Jacobs
Pronunciation: [ j-AYK-uhbz ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jacobs first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 81 babies have been named Jacobs in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jacobs is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,398 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,398
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Jacobs
Jacobs is a boy name .
Jacobs is currently ranked #16,398 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jacobs include Jac, Jay, Jacie, and Jacoie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jacobs include Jacob, Jacoby, Jacobo, Jacobi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis