Jacob vs Brody

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 #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Jacob Rank #41

Brody Rank #224

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #224 for Brody.

Is Jacob or Brody more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Brody mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Jacob and Brody boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Brody is primarily a boy name.