Jacobs
boy nameJacobs entered the US charts in 1983, peaked at #5484 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1983–2025
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rank today
#5484
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5985 |
| 1990s | #8209 |
| 2000s | #8872 |
| 2010s | #10575 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jacobs are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jacobs alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jacobs in 2025?
- Jacobs is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jacobs most popular?
- Jacobs peaked in 1983, reaching #5484 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jacobs with classmates?
- Jacobs will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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