Its the trendy names that fall out of fashion fairly easily. Most Donnas were probably born in the 70s, most Jennifers in the 80s and alot of Madisons and Braydens recently. But the classic names (which seem to be male) like
Michael and
John stay around for decades despite trends.
Jacob is a classic name, if you want to use it, use it! I'd much rather meet a little boy named
Jacob than a little boy named Braedyn.
Jacob is a man's name, as well as a suitable name for a little boy. Which I think is important, I just can't see Braedyn being taken seriously as a CEO at a board meeting 30 years from now. Unless of course the other board members are
Britney,
Kortney and McKensy. :P