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Gabe vs Jacob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gabe

Boy #4,653 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is my strength"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,653
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Jacob

Boy #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Supplanter; one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Jewish German Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#41
Total SSA Count
6,496
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gabe Rank #4,653
Jacob Rank #41

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #4653 for Gabe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gabe or Jacob more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Gabe at #4653 in the United States.

What do Gabe and Jacob mean?

Gabe means "God is my strength" (Hebrew origin). Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gabe and Jacob boy or girl names?

Gabe is primarily a boy name. Jacob is primarily a boy name.

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