Jacob Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Jacob Name at a Glance

Name	Jacob
Meaning	He grasps the heel. Supplanter.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Jacob Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Jacob means “He grasps the heel. Supplanter”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Jacob Name Origin

Our database records Jacob under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Jacob a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Jacob is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Jacob

When considering Jacob for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.