Jacob vs Graham

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 #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

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Jacob Rank #41

Graham Rank #129

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #129 for Graham.

Is Jacob or Graham more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Graham at #129 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Graham mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin).

Are Jacob and Graham boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Graham is primarily a boy name.