Jacob vs Matthew

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 #33 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh

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Jacob Rank #41

Matthew Rank #33

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 vs #41 for Jacob.

Is Jacob or Matthew more popular?

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 compared to Jacob at #41 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Matthew mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin).

Are Jacob and Matthew boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Matthew is primarily a boy name.