Boy Name
Jacob
"Supplanter or holder of the heel, representing perseverance."
Ranked #41 for boys
About the Name Jacob
Meaning
Supplanter or holder of the heel, representing perseverance.
Origin
HebrewGender
Boy
First Letter
JBoy Rank
#41
Girl Rank
#10576
Jacob is a boy name of Hebrew origin. The name means "Supplanter or holder of the heel, representing perseverance." and Currently ranked #41 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with J or explore other Hebrew names.
Popularity Over Time
#5405 1950
#5085 1960
#36561 1970
#124958 1980
#299001 1990
#274587 2000
#163452 2010
#38988 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Jacob
- JT Jacob Tremblay (actor)
- JS Jacob Sartorius (musician)