Jacob
Meaning
Supplanter
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪkəb/
Traits associated with the name Jacob:
Dogs named Jacob tend to be loving, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Jacob?
That you have a strong affinity for the name Jacob and likely have a strong connection to someone with that name.
Is Jacob a good dog name?
Jacob has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Jacob isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Jacob is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Jacob was, in the past month, the 1318th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Jacob is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Jacob was viewed 82 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Jacob's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Jacob is most adored in California, Florida and Texas.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Virginia, South Carolina and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Jacob.
Most popular breeds named Jacob:
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Chihuahua
- Golden Retriever
- Rottweiler
Jacob is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Biblical origins and less usage today give it a vintage canine charm.
british
Popular in UK, often linked to biblical references and traditional naming.
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