Yaacov
boy nameYaacov entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #4698 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
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rank today
#4698
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4842 |
| 1980s | #5519 |
| 1990s | #8246 |
| 2000s | #8381 |
| 2010s | #10867 |
| 2020s | #12349 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Yaacov are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Yaacov alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Yaacov in 2025?
- Yaacov is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Yaacov most popular?
- Yaacov peaked in 1985, reaching #4698 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Yaacov with classmates?
- Yaacov will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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