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Jacob
Supplanter
Origin
Hebrew
Used in
ende
Origin and meaning of Jacob
Jacob comes from the Hebrew Ya'aqov, traditionally 'holder of the heel' and thus 'supplanter' — in the Bible the patriarch who fathered the twelve tribes of Israel. It is a name of long history and strong religious weight. Very popular in the United States, in Germany as Jakob, in Scandinavia and the Netherlands. Its forms are countless across languages, from Giacomo to Jacques. It conveys tenacity, deep roots and cleverness.
Variants around the world
How Jacob sounds in other languages.
GiacobbeJakobJacquesYaakov
Famous people
- Jacob Grimm— writer
- Jacob Bernoulli— mathematician
- Jacob van Ruisdael— painter
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jacob mean?
The name Jacob means Supplanter.
What is the origin of the name Jacob?
Origin of Jacob: Hebrew.
What are the international variants of the name Jacob?
International variants of Jacob: Giacobbe, Jakob, Jacques, and Yaakov.