Jacob vs River

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 #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

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Jacob Rank #41

River Rank #112

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #112 for River.

Is Jacob or River more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do Jacob and River mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Jacob and River boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.