Kingston vs Jacob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacob

Boy #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Supplanter; one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Jewish German Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#41
Total SSA Count
6,496
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kingston Rank #178
Jacob Rank #41

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #178 for Kingston.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingston or Jacob more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Kingston at #178 in the United States.

What do Kingston and Jacob mean?

Kingston means "king's town" (Old English origin). Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kingston and Jacob boy or girl names?

Kingston is primarily a boy name. Jacob is primarily a boy name.

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