Jacob vs Jasper

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
Nicknames
Jake, Jakey, Jay

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Jasper

Boy #133 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"treasurer, keeper of treasure"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

English Dutch German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#133
Total SSA Count
2,750
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jas, Jazz

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Jacob Rank #41
Jasper Rank #133

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #133 for Jasper.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jacob ___

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

Jasper ___

  • Jasper Theodore
  • Jasper Elliot
  • Jasper Cole
  • Jasper Henry
  • Jasper Reid
  • Jasper Fox

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jacob

Noah Elijah Isaac Hannah Rachel

If you choose Jasper

Atticus Hugo Cecily Beatrice Cassius

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jacob or Jasper more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Jasper at #133 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Jasper mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Jasper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin).

Are Jacob and Jasper boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Jasper is primarily a boy name.

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