Name comparison
Jacob vs Matthew
Matthew is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.7x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Jacob | Matthew |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 917,124 | 1,520,938 |
| Global rank | #27 | #10 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 8,723 | 1 in 5,260 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.8%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 917,124 | 1,520,938 |
How they differ
Matthew has approximately 1.5M living bearers compared to 917k for Jacob - a ratio of about 1.7x.
Jacob originates from unknown origins. Matthew originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacob or Matthew more popular?
Matthew is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,520,938 estimated living bearers compared to 917,124 for Jacob. That is roughly 1.7x more bearers of Matthew.
What is the difference in origin between Jacob and Matthew?
Jacob originates from unknown sources. Matthew originates from unknown sources.
Are Jacob and Matthew used for the same gender?
Both Jacob and Matthew are predominantly used as male names.
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