Rising since 2013, #4,857 for boys today.
Popularity of Jeycob since 2012
Babies named Jeycob per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 42 |
| 2020s | 104 |
Meaning & origin
Jeycob is a modern respelling of the enduring classic Jacob, first recorded in the United States in 2012. Though still rare (ranked 4,857th in 2025, with only about 1 in 85,404 boys receiving the name), it has been steadily rising in use since 2013, reaching its peak rank in 2024. The substitution of 'ey' for 'a' gives it a trendy, distinctive appearance while preserving the traditional pronunciation. As a respelling, it fits a broader pattern of parents seeking unique variations of familiar names.
Jeycob is a contemporary respelling of the classic name Jacob, which derives from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov (יַעֲקֹב), traditionally translated as 'supplanter' or 'he who grasps the heel'. The substitution of 'y' for 'a' gives the name a distinctive, modern look while retaining the original pronunciation. This spelling first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2012 and has seen increasing use since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jey, Coby, Jake
Sibling names for Jeycob
Names that share Jeycob's style, for a brother or sister.
