Name Profile
Jakob
“Supplanter” — German
BoyGerman2 syllablesCurrent rank #990 (2022)
About Jakob
Jakob is a sturdy, traditional German boy's name meaning "supplanter." It offers a crisp, European variation on a beloved classic, lending an air of worldly sophistication to an otherwise familiar favorite.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginGerman
Syllables2
Nicknames for Jakob
KobJakJaky
Popularity in the U.S.
Jakob is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
Jakob popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Jakob had 227 births in 2022.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 1,784 | #191 |
| 1999 | 1,692 | #200 |
| 2000 | 2,161 | #173 |
| 2001 | 2,192 | #171 |
| 2021 | 281 | #845 |
| 2022 | 227 | #990 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jakob mean?
Jakob is commonly linked to the meaning Supplanter and is associated with German roots.
Is Jakob a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Jakob is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
What are common nicknames for Jakob?
Popular nicknames include Kob, Jak, Jaky.