Yaakov
Yaakov: name meaning, origin and popularity
Boy name
How popular is Yaakov?
218U.S. babies in 2025
#853peak rank (1986)
5,991babies since 1880
Since 1880, 5,991 boys in the U.S. have been named Yaakov. Its highest rank for boys was #853 in 1986. In 2025, 218 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Yaakov FAQ
How popular is the name Yaakov?
Since 1880, 5,991 boys in the U.S. have been named Yaakov. Its highest rank for boys was #853 in 1986. In 2025, 218 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Yaakov a boy or girl name?
Yaakov is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 5,991 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).