Jakob vs Genesis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jakob

Boy #1,123 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

German Scandinavian Eastern European American

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Boy #1,149 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beginning, origin"

Origin: Hebrew via Greek

American Latino Christian

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Jakob Rank #1,123

Genesis Rank #1,149

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 vs #1149 for Genesis.

Is Jakob or Genesis more popular?

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 compared to Genesis at #1149 in the United States.

What do Jakob and Genesis mean?

Jakob means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Genesis means "beginning, origin" (Hebrew via Greek origin).

Are Jakob and Genesis boy or girl names?

Jakob is primarily a boy name. Genesis is primarily a boy name.