Jakob vs Harlem

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 #1,015 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home on the wooded hill"

Origin: Dutch

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Jakob Rank #1,123

Harlem Rank #1,015

Harlem is more popular, ranked #1015 vs #1123 for Jakob.

Is Jakob or Harlem more popular?

Harlem is more popular, ranked #1015 compared to Jakob at #1123 in the United States.

What do Jakob and Harlem mean?

Jakob means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Harlem means "home on the wooded hill" (Dutch origin).

Are Jakob and Harlem boy or girl names?

Jakob is primarily a boy name. Harlem is primarily a boy name.