Jakub
Jakub is a boys' name of Polish origin meaning “supplanter, held by the heel.” Jakub is the Polish form of Jacob, one of the most enduring biblical names.
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how do you pronounce Jakub?
YAH-koob
where does the name Jakub come from?
Through the Latin Iacōbus and Greek Iakōbos from the Hebrew name that also gives the English Jacob.
It has been a perennial favorite in Poland, consistently ranking in the top five boy's names. The name connects to the biblical patriarch Jacob and to Saint James (Jakub in Polish), patron saint of pilgrims.
the history of Jakub
Jakub is the standard form of Jacob in Polish, Belarusian, Czech, Slovak and Bosnian.
who are famous people named Jakub?
- Jakub Błaszczykowski (Polish footballer)
- Jakub Józef Orliński (Polish opera singer)
what are the nicknames and variants of Jakub?
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Variants around the world
what names are similar to Jakub?
what names go well with Jakub?
Sibling names that share Jakub's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Jakub
What does the name Jakub mean?
Jakub means “supplanter, held by the heel”.
What is the origin of the name Jakub?
Jakub comes from the Polish naming tradition. Related forms include Jacob and Jakob.
How popular is the name Jakub?
Jakub has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Jakub a boy or girl name?
Jakub is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Jakub?
Jakub is pronounced YAH-koob, with 2 syllables.
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