Jakob
boy name#1370 in 2025Jakob entered the US charts in 1957, peaked at #172 in 2001, ranks #1370 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1957–2025
#1370
rank today
#172
peak (2001)
135
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3478 |
| 1960s | #3676 |
| 1970s | #2138 |
| 1980s | #879 |
| 1990s | #386 |
| 2000s | #250 |
| 2010s | #511 |
| 2020s | #1054 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jakob has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 31,500 people named Jakob are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jakob alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jakob in 2025?
- Jakob ranks #1370 among US boy names in 2025, with 135 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jakob most popular?
- Jakob peaked in 2001, reaching #172 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jakob with classmates?
- Jakob will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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