Jakob vs Kolt

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jakob

Boy #1,123 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Eastern European American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,123
Total SSA Count
190
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jakob Rank #1,123
Kolt Rank #1,257

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 vs #1257 for Kolt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jakob or Kolt more popular?

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 compared to Kolt at #1257 in the United States.

What do Jakob and Kolt mean?

Jakob means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Kolt means "young male horse" (Old English origin).

Are Jakob and Kolt boy or girl names?

Jakob is primarily a boy name. Kolt is primarily a boy name.

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