Jakob vs Marcellus

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 #951 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"little warrior, young Mars"

Origin: Latin

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Jakob Rank #1,123

Marcellus Rank #951

Marcellus is more popular, ranked #951 vs #1123 for Jakob.

Is Jakob or Marcellus more popular?

Marcellus is more popular, ranked #951 compared to Jakob at #1123 in the United States.

What do Jakob and Marcellus mean?

Jakob means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Marcellus means "little warrior, young Mars" (Latin origin).

Are Jakob and Marcellus boy or girl names?

Jakob is primarily a boy name. Marcellus is primarily a boy name.