Jakeb
Jakeb is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Supplanter, held by the heel.
Origin and history
Jakeb is a modern phonetic spelling variant of the classic Biblical name Jacob. Derived from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov, it traditionally means 'supplanter' or 'one who follows'. In the United States, it is a rare alternative spelling that peaked in minor usage during the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Popularity in the United States
1,170 babies in the United States have been named Jakeb since 1880. It ranks #3525 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (28.6 %)
- CA (21.4 %)
- IN (15.1 %)
- PA (8.3 %)
- OH (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 100 |
| 1990-2000 | 437 |
| 2000-2010 | 505 |
| 2010-2019 | 128 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Jake, Jay
Fun facts
- Jakeb emerged as a creative phonetic adaptation of the enduringly popular name Jacob.
- The name saw its highest US popularity around the year 1998, mirroring the peak popularity of Jacob.