Jacob vs Elliot

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 #150 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"my God is the Lord, from Elijah"

Origin: Hebrew via English

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Jacob Rank #41

Elliot Rank #150

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #150 for Elliot.

Is Jacob or Elliot more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Elliot at #150 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Elliot mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Jacob and Elliot boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Elliot is primarily a boy name.