Yaakov vs Avraham

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Yaakov

Boy #980 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"may God protect (alternative interpretation)"

Origin: Hebrew

Jewish Israeli Ashkenazi

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Boy #1,028 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"father of many nations"

Origin: Hebrew

Jewish Israeli Hebrew-speaking

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Yaakov Rank #980

Avraham Rank #1,028

Yaakov is more popular, ranked #980 vs #1028 for Avraham.

Is Yaakov or Avraham more popular?

Yaakov is more popular, ranked #980 compared to Avraham at #1028 in the United States.

What do Yaakov and Avraham mean?

Yaakov means "may God protect (alternative interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Avraham means "father of many nations" (Hebrew origin).

Are Yaakov and Avraham boy or girl names?

Yaakov is primarily a boy name. Avraham is primarily a boy name.