Name comparison
Jacob vs Ryan
Ryan is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.0x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Jacob | Ryan |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 917,124 | 939,755 |
| Global rank | #27 | #26 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 8,723 | 1 in 8,513 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.8%) | Male (97.2%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 917,124 | 939,755 |
How they differ
Ryan has approximately 940k living bearers compared to 917k for Jacob - a ratio of about 1.0x.
Jacob originates from unknown origins. Ryan originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacob or Ryan more popular?
Ryan is more popular worldwide, with approximately 939,755 estimated living bearers compared to 917,124 for Jacob. That is roughly 1.0x more bearers of Ryan.
What is the difference in origin between Jacob and Ryan?
Jacob originates from unknown sources. Ryan originates from unknown sources.
Are Jacob and Ryan used for the same gender?
Both Jacob and Ryan are predominantly used as male names.
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