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  JACOB

The meaning of the unisex name Jacob is HE WHO SUPPLANTS

Details on JACOB:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
One who supplants
Popularity for Boy:
58th in the USA (top 1%)
Popularity for Girl:
19,474th in the USA (bottom 15%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

6,496 births
JACOB as a BOY in 2024
9 births
JACOB as a GIRL in 2024

The meaning(s) of JACOB:

The name Jacob is a Biblical baby name. In Biblical the meaning of the name Jacob is: That supplants, undermines, the heel.
Biblical meaning
The name Jacob is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Jacob is: That supplants, undermines, the heel.
American meaning
The name Jacob is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Jacob is: He grasps the heel.Supplanter.
Hebrew meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for JACOB:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name JACOB

 JACOB as a boy

YearBoy Births
20246496 births
20237005 births
20227658 births
20218481 births
20209306 births
201910786 births
201811891 births
201713106 births
201614479 births
201515938 births
201416869 births
201318148 births
201219069 births
201120365 births
201022117 births
200921169 births

 JACOB as a girl

YearGirl Births
20249 births
20236 births
202210 births
20218 births
20209 births
20198 births
20189 births
201716 births
201616 births
201522 births
201413 births
201323 births
201226 births
201123 births
201029 births
200927 births

About the name JACOB

Jacob, a name steeped in history and rich with meaning, finds its roots in the Hebrew language, deriving from the word "ya'aqov," which translates to "supplanter" or "holder of the heel." This name carries the weight of biblical significance, as Jacob was a key figure in the Old Testament, known for his tenacity and transformative journey, embodying the essence of perseverance and faith. Popular across various cultures and countries, Jacob has become a beloved choice in English-speaking nations, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, where it often graces the top of baby name lists. In Spain, it takes on the form of "Jacobo," while in France, it appears as "Jacques," each variation echoing the name’s timeless appeal. Symbolically, Jacob represents resilience and ambition, qualities that resonate in many cultures, making it a cherished name across generations. With its melodic sound and profound legacy, Jacob is not just a name but a narrative of strength and hope, a timeless choice for a new beginning.

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