Jacob vs Jude

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 #156 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"praised, he will be praised"

Origin: Hebrew

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Jacob Rank #41

Jude Rank #156

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #156 for Jude.

Is Jacob or Jude more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Jude at #156 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Jude mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jacob and Jude boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Jude is primarily a boy name.