Jacob vs Jordan

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 #104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to flow down, descend"

Origin: Hebrew

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Jacob Rank #41

Jordan Rank #104

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #104 for Jordan.

Is Jacob or Jordan more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Jordan at #104 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Jordan mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Jordan means "to flow down, descend" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jacob and Jordan boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Jordan is primarily a boy name.