Jacob vs Ethan

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 #19 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"permanent, long-lived"

Origin: Hebrew

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Jacob Rank #41

Ethan Rank #19

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 vs #41 for Jacob.

Is Jacob or Ethan more popular?

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Jacob at #41 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Ethan mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jacob and Ethan boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Ethan is primarily a boy name.