Graham vs Jacob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Graham

Boy #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#129
Total SSA Count
2,789
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gray, Grey

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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
Nicknames
Jake, Jakey, Jay

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Popularity Comparison

Graham Rank #129
Jacob Rank #41

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #129 for Graham.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Graham ___

  • Graham James
  • Graham William
  • Graham Henry
  • Graham Thomas
  • Graham Reid
  • Graham Cole

Jacob ___

  • Jacob Alexander
  • Jacob William
  • Jacob Thomas
  • Jacob Michael
  • Jacob David
  • Jacob Robert

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Graham

Elliot Nora Fiona Duncan Callum

If you choose Jacob

Noah Elijah Isaac Hannah Rachel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Graham or Jacob more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Graham at #129 in the United States.

What do Graham and Jacob mean?

Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin). Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Graham and Jacob boy or girl names?

Graham is primarily a boy name. Jacob is primarily a boy name.

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