Yaakov
Yaakov is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Supplanter, held by the heel, or May God protect.
Origin and history
Yaakov is the authentic Hebrew form of the traditional biblical name Jacob. It is widely used within Jewish communities in the United States and has seen steady usage over recent decades. The name carries strong historical and religious significance.
Popularity in the United States
5,991 babies in the United States have been named Yaakov since 1880. It ranks #1560 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #935.
States where it is most popular
- NY (55.8 %)
- NJ (35.4 %)
- MD (3.5 %)
- CA (2.8 %)
- FL (1.1 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1950-1960 | 59 |
| 1960-1970 | 85 |
| 1970-1980 | 260 |
| 1980-1990 | 624 |
| 1990-2000 | 752 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,170 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,728 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,307 |
Famous people named Yaakov
- Yaakov Shwekey: Singer, Musician
Fun facts
- Yaakov is the original Hebrew root name from which Jacob, Jacques, and Diego evolved.
- In the Hebrew Bible, Yaakov was named after holding his twin brother Esau's heel at birth.