Jacob vs Brandon

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 #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Jacob Rank #41

Brandon Rank #230

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Jacob or Brandon more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Brandon mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Jacob and Brandon boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.