Yaqub Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-koob / /jɑːˈkuːb/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'to follow'; Hebrew: 'Jacob'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Yaqub is a significant name, often associated with the biblical figure Jacob, who is revered as a prophet. In Hebrew tradition, Yaqub is linked to the patriarch Jacob, known for his role in the formation of the Israelite tribes. The name has been widely used in various cultures influenced by these traditions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Yaqoob
- Yaquob
- Jacques
International Variants
- Yaqub (Arabic)
- Jacob (English)
- Jakob (German)
- Jacques (French)
Famous people named Yaqub
Yaqub al-Mansur — Moroccan Sultan.
Yaqub ibn Ishaq — Islamic scholar.
Fictional characters named Yaqub
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yaqub was first seen in the United States in 2000. Yaqub has ranked as high as #1321 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Minnesota, New York, California, Michigan, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Yaqub has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yaqub (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 9 | |
| MN | 6 | |
| MI | 5 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2018 | 39 |
| 2019 | 51 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 46 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 42 |