Jacob vs Jonathan

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 #83 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"God has given"

Origin: Hebrew (Yehonatan)

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Jacob Rank #41

Jonathan Rank #83

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #83 for Jonathan.

Is Jacob or Jonathan more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Jonathan at #83 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Jonathan mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Jonathan means "God has given" (Hebrew (Yehonatan) origin).

Are Jacob and Jonathan boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Jonathan is primarily a boy name.