Jacob vs Ashton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacob

Boy #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Supplanter; one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #188 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ash tree town"

Origin: Old English

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Jacob Rank #41

Ashton Rank #188

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #188 for Ashton.

Is Jacob or Ashton more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Ashton at #188 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Ashton mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Ashton means "ash tree town" (Old English origin).

Are Jacob and Ashton boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Ashton is primarily a boy name.