Jacob vs Levi

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 #12 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"associated with, united"

Origin: Hebrew

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Jacob Rank #41

Levi Rank #12

Levi is more popular, ranked #12 vs #41 for Jacob.

Is Jacob or Levi more popular?

Levi is more popular, ranked #12 compared to Jacob at #41 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Levi mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Levi means "associated with, united" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jacob and Levi boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Levi is primarily a boy name.