Jakob
j(a)-kob
US Popularity:2341
Origin:Hebrew
Other Origin(s):Scandinavian
Meaning:Supplanter; Holder of the heel
The Scandinavian boy’s name Jakob means “supplanter” or “holder of the heel” and has Hebrew origins. Another variation of this name is Jacob, and it comes from a story in the Old Testament. In the book of Genesis, twins Jacob and Esau were born to Issac and Rebecca. While Esau was being born, Jacob was holding on to his heel, usurping Esau’s birthright as the first-born son. Although Jacob got carried away with his power, we know that your little Jakob will do the right thing when overcoming any obstacles in their way positively.
Jakob Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Jakob is currently #2275 on The Bump
Boy:Jakob is currently #1286 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Jakob is currently #2341 in U.S. births
Boy:Jakob is currently #1131 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1131
in 2023
- 140
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Jakob, November 2020
Name Doctor, Jakob
Behind the Name, Jacob, January 2022
Britannica, Jacob, Hebrew patriarch, June 2023
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