Jaycob Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jaycob is a modern variant of the Hebrew name Jacob, which means 'supplanter.' Its linguistic journey includes forms such as Ya'aqov in Hebrew, Iacobus in Latin, and Jacob in English. The name has gained popularity in recent decades and is associated with a contemporary image, while its biblical roots add depth to its meaning.
The name Jaycob is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jaycob has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jaycob' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2365th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1112th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1365th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jaycob' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jaycob"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪkəb/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jaycob is a variant of the name Jacob, which is derived from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov. The name is often interpreted as 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel.'
Meaning
supplanter, holder of the heel
Language Evolution
Ya'aqov (Hebrew), Iacobus (Latin), Jacobus (Old French), Jacob (English)
Historical Usage
The name Jacob has been popular in various cultures for centuries, and the variant Jaycob emerged more recently, gaining traction in the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Jacob, Jakob, Jake, Jacoby
Modern Popularity & Image
Jaycob is seen as a modern and unique spelling of the traditional name Jacob, appealing to parents looking for a contemporary twist.
Famous People
Jaycob Hiller (American football player), Jaycob T. McCoy (social media influencer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jaycob"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jaycob"
"Jaycob" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2365th of 16616 | 434 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1112th of 24088 | 2,383 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1365th of 23106 | 1,620 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaycob" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
49.80% 1835th/3685 |
- | - |
29.13% 1840th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.48% 1351st/4582 |
23.26% 1201st/5164 |
17.65% 1291st/7313 |
11.86% 885th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.76% 2620th/3984 |
18.12% 813th/4487 |
20.95% 1429th/6822 |
18.47% 1159th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaycob" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jaycob"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jaycob" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.