Name comparison
Jacob vs Thomas
Thomas is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Jacob | Thomas |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 917,124 | 1,399,807 |
| Global rank | #27 | #11 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 8,723 | 1 in 5,715 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.8%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 917,124 | 1,399,807 |
How they differ
Thomas has approximately 1.4M living bearers compared to 917k for Jacob - a ratio of about 1.5x.
Jacob originates from unknown origins. Thomas originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacob or Thomas more popular?
Thomas is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,399,807 estimated living bearers compared to 917,124 for Jacob. That is roughly 1.5x more bearers of Thomas.
What is the difference in origin between Jacob and Thomas?
Jacob originates from unknown sources. Thomas originates from unknown sources.
Are Jacob and Thomas used for the same gender?
Both Jacob and Thomas are predominantly used as male names.
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