Boys name · Alaska
Jacob in Alaska
In 2025, 18 babies born in Alaska were named Jacob, making it the #30 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1917, add up to 2,645.
Popularity over time
Jacob in Alaska, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 | #17 |
| 1972 | 6 | #108 |
| 1981 | 38 | #30 |
| 1990 | 87 | #8 |
| 1998 | 74 | #2 |
| 2007 | 49 | #6 |
| 2016 | 36 | #12 |
| 2025 | 18 | #30 |
Jacob had its most births in Alaska in 1996, when 100 babies were given the name. Jacob's highest rank in Alaska was #1, set in 1997.
Rank swung between #1 (1997) and #151 (1960) in Alaska, from #17 in 1917 to #30 in 2025.
Nationally, Jacob's strongest state was California, where it hit #1 in 2010. See Jacob in every state →
How popular is Jacob in Alaska?
In 2025, 18 babies born in Alaska were named Jacob, making it the #30 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1917, add up to 2,645.
How many babies are named Jacob in Alaska?
Alaska recorded 18 births of babies named Jacob in 2025.
What is the rank of Jacob in Alaska?
Jacob ranked #30 among boys names in Alaska in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.