Theodore vs Yaakov

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Yaakov

Boy #980 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"may God protect (alternative interpretation)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish Israeli Ashkenazi

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#980
Total SSA Count
230
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Yankel, Kovi, Yankee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Yaakov Rank #980

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #980 for Yaakov.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Yaakov ___

  • Yaakov Moshe
  • Yaakov David
  • Yaakov Yitzchak
  • Yaakov Aaron
  • Yaakov Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Yaakov

Rachel Leah Miriam Moshe Yosef

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Yaakov more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Yaakov at #980 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Yaakov mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Yaakov means "may God protect (alternative interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Theodore and Yaakov boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Yaakov is primarily a boy name.

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