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Usher vs Jaycob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Usher

Boy #2,306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"doorkeeper, one who ushers"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,306
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Usher Rank #2,306
Jaycob Rank #2,408

Usher is more popular, ranked #2306 vs #2408 for Jaycob.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Usher or Jaycob more popular?

Usher is more popular, ranked #2306 compared to Jaycob at #2408 in the United States.

What do Usher and Jaycob mean?

Usher means "doorkeeper, one who ushers" (Old French origin). Jaycob means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Usher and Jaycob boy or girl names?

Usher is primarily a boy name. Jaycob is primarily a boy name.

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