👦 Yakov — Name Meaning & Origin

Yakov

“Supplanter (Jacob)”

Gender👦 Boy
OriginHebrew
ReligionJewish
Used inIsrael, Russia
Numerology2 — gentle, caring and a peacemaker
Letters5 · starts with Y
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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of the name Yakov?

Yakov means "Supplanter (Jacob)" (Hebrew origin).

Is Yakov a boy or girl name?

Yakov is a boy's name.

Which religion is the name Yakov from?

Yakov is used as a Jewish name in Israel, Russia.

What is the lucky number for Yakov?

In Pythagorean numerology the name Yakov adds up to 2, linked with being gentle, caring and a peacemaker.

Name meanings come from the name's language of origin; many names carry more than one meaning in different languages and communities. Rashi and nakshatra follow the traditional first-syllable (Namakshar) method — for an exact rashi use the baby's birth chart.

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