Jacob vs Chase

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 #173 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"hunter"

Origin: Old French

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Jacob Rank #41

Chase Rank #173

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #173 for Chase.

Is Jacob or Chase more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Chase at #173 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Chase mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Chase means "hunter" (Old French origin).

Are Jacob and Chase boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Chase is primarily a boy name.