Name comparison
Jacob vs William
William is the more common of the two, with roughly 2.3x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Jacob | William |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 917,124 | 2,095,404 |
| Global rank | #27 | #6 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 8,723 | 1 in 3,818 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.8%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 917,124 | 2,095,404 |
How they differ
William has approximately 2.1M living bearers compared to 917k for Jacob - a ratio of about 2.3x.
Jacob originates from unknown origins. William originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacob or William more popular?
William is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,095,404 estimated living bearers compared to 917,124 for Jacob. That is roughly 2.3x more bearers of William.
What is the difference in origin between Jacob and William?
Jacob originates from unknown sources. William originates from unknown sources.
Are Jacob and William used for the same gender?
Both Jacob and William are predominantly used as male names.
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