Jacob vs William
Jacob
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Supplanter
Peak: 1998 (1.78%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Jacob | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.34% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.24% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.14% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.13% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.10% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.06% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.04% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.03% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.02% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.05% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.46% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 1.02% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 1.65% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Jacob or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Jacob peaked in 1998 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Jacob and William mean?
Jacob means "Supplanter" while William means "Resolute protector".