Jabob Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAY-kub //ˈdʒeɪ.kəb//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: Supplanter; English: Variant of Jacob
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jacob has its roots in the Hebrew name Ya'aqov (יעקב), which is derived from the verb ‘aqab, meaning "to follow" or "to supplant." This etymology reflects the biblical narrative of Jacob, the son of Isaac and Rebecca, who is known for having grasped his twin brother Esau's heel at birth, symbolizing his later role as a supplanter. The name was transliterated into Greek as Iakōb (Ἰακώβ) and subsequently into Latin as Iacobus, which then evolved into the Old French form Jacom and later Jacob in Middle English, solidifying its presence in the English language by the 14th century.
Historically, Jacob is a significant biblical figure, prominently featured in the Book of Genesis, where he is known for his covenant with God and the father of the twelve tribes of Israel. His story includes pivotal moments such as his dream of a ladder reaching to heaven and his wrestling with an angel, which have been interpreted in various religious and cultural contexts.
The name Jacob has been borne by numerous saints and is associated with various religious texts, including the King James Bible, first published in 1611, which further popularized the name in Christian contexts. Culturally, Jacob has been a name of considerable resonance, often symbolizing perseverance and faithfulness due to the biblical Jacob's trials and triumphs.
The name has also been linked to various traditions, including the Jewish practice of naming children after biblical figures, which underscores its enduring significance. Diminutive forms such as Jake have emerged, reflecting the name's adaptability across cultures and languages.
Overall, Jacob's historical and cultural weight has ensured its lasting presence in various societies.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jabob was first seen in the United States in 2006.
Jabob has ranked as high as #1377 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Jabob has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jabob is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jabob was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jabob
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jabob.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |