Giacomo vs Jacobo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Giacomo

Boy #3,275 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows"

Origin: Hebrew via Italian

Cultural Roots

Italian Venetian Sicilian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #3,275
Total SSA Count: 36
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

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Jacobo

Boy #1,734 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew Ya'akov

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,734
Total SSA Count: 95
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Giacomo Rank #3,275

Jacobo Rank #1,734

Jacobo is more popular, ranked #1734 vs #3275 for Giacomo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Giacomo or Jacobo more popular?

Jacobo is more popular, ranked #1734 compared to Giacomo at #3275 in the United States.

What do Giacomo and Jacobo mean?

Giacomo means "supplanter, one who follows" (Hebrew via Italian origin). Jacobo means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew Ya'akov origin).

Are Giacomo and Jacobo boy or girl names?

Giacomo is primarily a boy name. Jacobo is primarily a boy name.

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