Jacob vs Jason

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 #148 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"healer, to heal"

Origin: Greek Iason

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Jacob Rank #41

Jason Rank #148

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #148 for Jason.

Is Jacob or Jason more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Jason at #148 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Jason mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin).

Are Jacob and Jason boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Jason is primarily a boy name.