Jacob vs Knox

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 #209 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"round hill"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

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Jacob Rank #41

Knox Rank #209

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #209 for Knox.

Is Jacob or Knox more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Knox mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Jacob and Knox boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.