Name comparison
Jacob vs Robert
Robert is the more common of the two, with roughly 2.7x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Jacob | Robert |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 917,124 | 2,470,602 |
| Global rank | #27 | #5 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 8,723 | 1 in 3,238 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.8%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 917,124 | 2,470,602 |
How they differ
Robert has approximately 2.5M living bearers compared to 917k for Jacob - a ratio of about 2.7x.
Jacob originates from unknown origins. Robert originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacob or Robert more popular?
Robert is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,470,602 estimated living bearers compared to 917,124 for Jacob. That is roughly 2.7x more bearers of Robert.
What is the difference in origin between Jacob and Robert?
Jacob originates from unknown sources. Robert originates from unknown sources.
Are Jacob and Robert used for the same gender?
Both Jacob and Robert are predominantly used as male names.
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