Name comparison
Jacob vs Richard
Richard is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Jacob | Richard |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 917,124 | 1,371,129 |
| Global rank | #27 | #12 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 8,723 | 1 in 5,835 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.8%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 917,124 | 1,371,129 |
How they differ
Richard has approximately 1.4M living bearers compared to 917k for Jacob - a ratio of about 1.5x.
Jacob originates from unknown origins. Richard originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacob or Richard more popular?
Richard is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,371,129 estimated living bearers compared to 917,124 for Jacob. That is roughly 1.5x more bearers of Richard.
What is the difference in origin between Jacob and Richard?
Jacob originates from unknown sources. Richard originates from unknown sources.
Are Jacob and Richard used for the same gender?
Both Jacob and Richard are predominantly used as male names.
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