JAKOB
The meaning of the boy name Jakob is GERMAN FORM OF JACOB.
Details on JAKOB:
- Gender:
- Boy
- Meaning(s):
- German form of jacob
- Popularity for Boy:
- 2,346th in the USA (top 10%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
190 births
JAKOB as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of JAKOB:
The name Jakob is a Danish baby name. In Danish the meaning of the name Jakob is:
The name Jakob is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Jakob is:
The name Jakob is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Jakob is:
The name Jakob is a Scandinavian baby name. In Scandinavian the meaning of the name Jakob is: Supplanter.
The name Jakob is a Swedish baby name. In Swedish the meaning of the name Jakob is: Supplanter.
USA birth(s) for JAKOB by year:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name JAKOB
JAKOB as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 190 births |
| 2023 | 186 births |
| 2022 | 227 births |
| 2021 | 281 births |
| 2020 | 256 births |
| 2019 | 312 births |
| 2018 | 344 births |
| 2017 | 400 births |
| 2016 | 472 births |
| 2015 | 545 births |
| 2014 | 644 births |
| 2013 | 709 births |
| 2012 | 740 births |
| 2011 | 906 births |
| 2010 | 1097 births |
| 2009 | 987 births |
| 2008 | 1083 births |
| 2007 | 1108 births |
| 2006 | 1156 births |
| 2005 | 1214 births |
| 2004 | 1416 births |
| 2003 | 1604 births |
| 2002 | 1836 births |
| 2001 | 2192 births |
| 2000 | 2161 births |
| 1999 | 1692 births |
| 1998 | 1784 births |
| 1997 | 1387 births |
| 1996 | 611 births |
| 1995 | 561 births |
| 1994 | 530 births |
| 1993 | 486 births |
About the name JAKOB
Jakob, a name rich in history and meaning, finds its roots in the Hebrew name Ya'akov, which translates to "supplanter" or "holder of the heel," reflecting the biblical tale of Jacob, the son of Isaac and Rebecca. This name has traversed through time and cultures, embraced in various forms such as Jacob, Jacques, and Giacomo, each carrying a sense of legacy and strength. Commonly found in countries like Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia, Jakob resonates with a warm familiarity, evoking images of pastoral landscapes and cozy homes. In the realm of symbolism, Jakob embodies resilience and transformation, qualities often associated with its biblical namesake, who overcame adversity and emerged as a leader. Its adaptability across cultures makes it a timeless choice, appealing to parents who seek a name that bridges tradition and modernity while offering a nod to global heritage. In naming a child Jakob, one invokes a sense of connection to history and a bright future, making it a beautifully resonant choice for the next generation.
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