Jacob vs Victor

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 #214 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"conqueror, winner"

Origin: Latin

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Jacob Rank #41

Victor Rank #214

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #214 for Victor.

Is Jacob or Victor more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Victor at #214 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Victor mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Victor means "conqueror, winner" (Latin origin).

Are Jacob and Victor boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Victor is primarily a boy name.