Jacob vs Jacques

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 #2,375 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who takes the heel"

Origin: Hebrew via French

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Jacob Rank #41

Jacques Rank #2,375

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #2375 for Jacques.

Is Jacob or Jacques more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Jacques at #2375 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Jacques mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Jacques means "supplanter, one who takes the heel" (Hebrew via French origin).

Are Jacob and Jacques boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Jacques is primarily a boy name.