Name comparison
Charles vs Jacob
Charles is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.2x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Charles | Jacob |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,143,775 | 917,124 |
| Global rank | #17 | #27 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 6,994 | 1 in 8,723 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Male (99.8%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,143,775 | 917,124 |
How they differ
Charles has approximately 1.1M living bearers compared to 917k for Jacob - a ratio of about 1.2x.
Charles originates from unknown origins. Jacob originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Charles or Jacob more popular?
Charles is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,143,775 estimated living bearers compared to 917,124 for Jacob. That is roughly 1.2x more bearers of Charles.
What is the difference in origin between Charles and Jacob?
Charles originates from unknown sources. Jacob originates from unknown sources.
Are Charles and Jacob used for the same gender?
Both Charles and Jacob are predominantly used as male names.
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