Yaakov
yah-AH-kov
Yaakov is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Yaakov is the Hebrew form of Jacob, meaning 'supplanter' or 'held by the heel'. It is a significant name in the Bible.”. It currently ranks #978 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2021.
What Yaakov Means
“Yaakov is the Hebrew form of Jacob, meaning 'supplanter' or 'held by the heel'. It is a significant name in the Bible.”
The Story of Yaakov
This ancient Hebrew name, meaning 'held by the heel,' has been a cornerstone of faith and a symbol of resourcefulness for over three thousand years.
Yaakov is the foundational Hebrew form of Jacob, meaning 'supplanter' or 'held by the heel.' Its roots trace back to the biblical patriarch Yaakov, who famously wrestled with an angel. From its origins in ancient Israel, the name spread through Abrahamic religions, adapting into forms like James and Jacques in Europe, and maintaining its distinct Hebrew identity through centuries of diaspora and return.
When you say 'Yaakov' aloud, it resonates with a grounded strength, a sense of something ancient and enduring. It’s a name that carries the weight of destiny, of a child destined to wrestle with life's challenges and emerge with wisdom. You’ll feel this name on your tongue as you envision your son, resourceful and honest, navigating his path with a deep, inner conviction.
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Famous Namesakes
Yaakov Agam
Israeli sculptor and visual artist
Yaakov Herzog
Israeli diplomat and jurist
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#237 in 2021
Total Births
5,770
First Recorded
1948
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Meaning
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Meaning
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