Yakov Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-kov / /ˈjɑː.kɒv/Hebrew; Russian
Meaning
Hebrew: supplanter; Russian: derived from Yakov
Historical & Cultural Background
Yakov is a variant of the name Jacob, which has biblical origins. In the Hebrew Bible, Jacob was the son of Isaac and Rebecca and the father of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Jewish and Slavic communities. In Russia, Yakov has been a traditional name, often associated with historical figures and cultural heritage.
Trend Summary
Yakov has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yakov
- Yacov
- Jakob
International Variants
- Jacques (French)
- Giacomo (Italian)
- Jakob (German)
- Iakov (Greek)
Famous people named Yakov
Yakov Smirnoff was a comedian and actor known for his work in the United States during the 1980s.
Yakov Frenkel was a notable Soviet physicist recognized for his work in statistical mechanics.
Yakov Dzhugashvili was the son of Joseph Stalin and known for his role in Soviet history.
Fictional characters named Yakov
Yakov is a character in the animated film 'An American Tail: Fievel Goes West', serving as a comedic sidekick.
Yakov is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', known for his role in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yakov was first seen in the United States in 1953. Yakov has ranked as high as #1196 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Yakov has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yakov (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 130 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 24 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 37 |
| 1992 | 44 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 43 |
| 1997 | 45 |
| 1998 | 54 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 46 |
| 2001 | 57 |
| 2002 | 50 |
| 2003 | 61 |
| 2004 | 64 |
| 2005 | 74 |
| 2006 | 73 |
| 2007 | 91 |
| 2008 | 91 |
| 2009 | 114 |
| 2010 | 86 |
| 2011 | 108 |
| 2012 | 104 |
| 2013 | 102 |
| 2014 | 90 |
| 2015 | 114 |
| 2016 | 113 |
| 2017 | 113 |
| 2018 | 130 |
| 2019 | 114 |
| 2020 | 121 |
| 2021 | 118 |
| 2022 | 140 |
| 2023 | 122 |
| 2024 | 164 |