Jakob vs Bailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jakob

Boy #1,123 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #1,270 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"outer wall of a castle (bailey)"

Origin: Old French

English American Scottish

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Jakob Rank #1,123

Bailey Rank #1,270

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 vs #1270 for Bailey.

Is Jakob or Bailey more popular?

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 compared to Bailey at #1270 in the United States.

What do Jakob and Bailey mean?

Jakob means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Bailey means "outer wall of a castle (bailey)" (Old French origin).

Are Jakob and Bailey boy or girl names?

Jakob is primarily a boy name. Bailey is primarily a boy name.