Jacobs
Boy nameJacobs has been given to 81 babies in the U.S. since 1983. It peaked in 2008.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
81
Peak year
2008 (11 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1983
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Jacobs — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Jacobs.
FAQ
How popular is the name Jacobs?
Jacobs has been given to 81 babies in the U.S. since 1983. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Jacobs peak?
Jacobs peaked in 2008, when 11 babies were given the name.
Is Jacobs a girl or boy name?
Jacobs is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Jacobs are boys).
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