Jacob vs Tatum

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 #195 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cheerful settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Jacob Rank #41

Tatum Rank #195

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #195 for Tatum.

Is Jacob or Tatum more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Tatum mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Jacob and Tatum boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Tatum is primarily a boy name.