Jacob vs Oscar

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 #217 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God's spear"

Origin: Old English

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Jacob Rank #41

Oscar Rank #217

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #217 for Oscar.

Is Jacob or Oscar more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Oscar at #217 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Oscar mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Oscar means "God's spear" (Old English origin).

Are Jacob and Oscar boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Oscar is primarily a boy name.