Yakub Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-kub / /jɑːˈkuːb/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'to follow'; Hebrew: 'Jacob'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Yakub is derived from the root meaning 'to follow' and is often associated with the biblical figure Jacob. In Hebrew tradition, Yakub is a variant of Jacob, who is a significant patriarch in the Bible, known for his twelve sons who became the tribes of Israel.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Yaqub
- Jakob
- Jacques
International Variants
- Yaqub (Arabic)
- Jacques (French)
- Jakob (German)
Famous people named Yakub
Yakub Memon — Indian financier and convicted terrorist.
Fictional characters named Yakub
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yakub was first seen in the United States in 2004. Yakub has ranked as high as #1383 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Yakub has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yakub
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2024 | 9 |