Jacob vs Hudson

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 #22 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Hudd"

Origin: English

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Jacob Rank #41

Hudson Rank #22

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 vs #41 for Jacob.

Is Jacob or Hudson more popular?

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 compared to Jacob at #41 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Hudson mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Hudson means "son of Hudd" (English origin).

Are Jacob and Hudson boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Hudson is primarily a boy name.