Jakob vs Billy

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 #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

English American Australian Irish

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Jakob Rank #1,123

Billy Rank #1,051

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1123 for Jakob.

Is Jakob or Billy more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Jakob at #1123 in the United States.

What do Jakob and Billy mean?

Jakob means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Jakob and Billy boy or girl names?

Jakob is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.