Jakob
Jakob: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Jakob
- A male given name, equivalent to English Jacob.
How popular is Jakob?
Since 1880, 31,959 boys in the U.S. have been named Jakob. Its highest rank for boys was #172 in 2001. In 2025, 135 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Jakob
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Jakob FAQ
What does the name Jakob mean?
A male given name, equivalent to English Jacob.
How popular is the name Jakob?
Since 1880, 31,959 boys in the U.S. have been named Jakob. Its highest rank for boys was #172 in 2001. In 2025, 135 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jakob a boy or girl name?
Jakob is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 31,959 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.