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Kuba

KOO-bah

Kuba is a boy’s name of Polish origin, meaning “A Polish diminutive of the name Jakub, meaning "supplanter" or "holder of the heel."”, and peaked in popularity in 2007.

Letters4
Syllables2
OriginPolish

What Kuba Means

A Polish diminutive of the name Jakub, meaning "supplanter" or "holder of the heel."

The Story of Kuba

This name carries the spirit of joyful tenacity, a playful heart with a determined grip on life.

Kuba is a spirited Polish diminutive of Jakub, a name echoing the biblical tale of holding fast. It's a name that has journeyed through generations, carrying a sense of resilience and warmth.

You see a son who approaches life with an infectious friendliness and a loyal spirit. This name suggests a playful energy balanced by a determined will, a boy who holds onto what he loves.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Kuba Błaszczykowski

    Polish professional footballer.

Personality Traits

DeterminedFriendlyLoyalPlayful

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Peak Year

#12 in 2007

Total Births

119

First Recorded

1996

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