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Jakob vs Reginald

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

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Popularity Comparison

Jakob Rank #1,123
Reginald Rank #1,181

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 vs #1181 for Reginald.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jakob or Reginald more popular?

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 compared to Reginald at #1181 in the United States.

What do Jakob and Reginald mean?

Jakob means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Reginald means "counsel, power" (Germanic origin).

Are Jakob and Reginald boy or girl names?

Jakob is primarily a boy name. Reginald is primarily a boy name.

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