Name comparison
Jacob vs Joseph
Joseph is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.8x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Jacob | Joseph |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 917,124 | 1,639,818 |
| Global rank | #27 | #8 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 8,723 | 1 in 4,879 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.8%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 917,124 | 1,639,818 |
How they differ
Joseph has approximately 1.6M living bearers compared to 917k for Jacob - a ratio of about 1.8x.
Jacob originates from unknown origins. Joseph originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacob or Joseph more popular?
Joseph is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,639,818 estimated living bearers compared to 917,124 for Jacob. That is roughly 1.8x more bearers of Joseph.
What is the difference in origin between Jacob and Joseph?
Jacob originates from unknown sources. Joseph originates from unknown sources.
Are Jacob and Joseph used for the same gender?
Both Jacob and Joseph are predominantly used as male names.
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