Jacques vs Jacob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacques

Boy #2,375 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who takes the heel"

Origin: Hebrew via French

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Boy #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Supplanter; one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Jacques Rank #2,375

Jacob Rank #41

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #2375 for Jacques.

Is Jacques or Jacob more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Jacques at #2375 in the United States.

What do Jacques and Jacob mean?

Jacques means "supplanter, one who takes the heel" (Hebrew via French origin). Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jacques and Jacob boy or girl names?

Jacques is primarily a boy name. Jacob is primarily a boy name.