Maxwell vs Jacob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maxwell

Boy #182 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Mack's spring, great stream"

Origin: Scottish

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Boy #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Supplanter; one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Maxwell Rank #182

Jacob Rank #41

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #182 for Maxwell.

Is Maxwell or Jacob more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Maxwell at #182 in the United States.

What do Maxwell and Jacob mean?

Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin). Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Maxwell and Jacob boy or girl names?

Maxwell is primarily a boy name. Jacob is primarily a boy name.