Holding steady.
Popularity of Jackob since 1992
Babies named Jackob per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2000, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Jackob's real moment was 2013.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 57 |
| 2010s | 33 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Jackob is a rare variant of the enduringly popular name Jacob. While the standard spelling Jacob has ranked in the top 10 for decades, Jackob first appeared in U.S. records in 1992 and peaked modestly in 2013. It has never achieved wide usage, maintaining a stable trajectory since its peak. The name offers a distinctive twist for parents who appreciate the classic Jacob but want something less common. Its biblical roots and strong nickname options (Jack, Jake) give it a familiar yet unique feel.
Jackob is a variant spelling of Jacob, which comes from the Hebrew name Ya'akov. In the biblical account, Jacob was born holding his twin brother Esau's heel, and the name is often interpreted as 'he who supplants' or 'holder of the heel'. The name has been used across many cultures and languages, with Jackob being an occasional English variant.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jack, Jake
Sibling names for Jackob
Names that share Jackob's style, for a brother or sister.
