Jacob vs Kevin

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 #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Jacob Rank #41

Kevin Rank #196

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Jacob or Kevin more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Kevin mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Jacob and Kevin boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.