Yacqub Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-koob / /jɑːˈkuːb/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'to follow'; Hebrew: 'Jacob'
Historical & Cultural Background
Yacqub is an Arabic variant of the name Jacob, which has biblical origins. The name is significant in both Islamic and Judeo-Christian traditions, as Jacob is a patriarch in the Bible and a prophet in Islam. In Arabic-speaking cultures, Yacqub is a common name that reflects the historical and religious ties to the figure of Jacob.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yaqub
- Yacoub
International Variants
- Jacques (French)
- Giacomo (Italian)
- Jakob (German)
- Iakov (Russian)
Famous people named Yacqub
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Fictional characters named Yacqub
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yacqub was first seen in the United States in 2003. Yacqub has ranked as high as #1386 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Yacqub has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yacqub (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |