Boy
Jakub
supplanter
About Jakub
Here's a name with solid international credentials and robust character. The 'k' gives it an edge that softens beautifully into the 'ub' ending, creating a pleasing contrast. This European variant brings worldliness and cultural sophistication while remaining accessible and pronounceable. Parents who travel, value diverse perspectives, or have heritage connections find this particularly appealing. It's strong without being harsh, traditional without being stuffy. The name suggests reliability and warmth, conjuring images of someone both capable and kind. Whether shortened to a nickname or used in full, it maintains its integrity and charm. This choice signals parents who think globally and appreciate names that honor their roots while embracing the future. It's distinctive enough to be interesting but established enough to feel comfortable and familiar.
Popularity of the Name Jakub
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | #893 | #811 | |
| 2004 | #709 | #574 | #685 |
| 2005 | #418 | #325 | #845 |
| 2006 | #260 | #134 | #708 |
| 2007 | #157 | #105 | #802 |
| 2008 | #132 | #64 | |
| 2009 | #123 | #57 | #863 |
| 2010 | #125 | #60 | #701 |
| 2011 | #130 | #61 | #841 |
| 2012 | #134 | #74 | |
| 2013 | #148 | #81 | #978 |
| 2014 | #147 | #84 | |
| 2015 | #158 | #111 | |
| 2016 | #163 | #108 | |
| 2017 | #156 | #123 | |
| 2018 | #173 | #117 | #999 |
| 2019 | #228 | #173 | |
| 2020 | #243 | #190 | |
| 2021 | #288 | #196 | |
| 2022 | #337 | #272 | |
| 2023 | #413 | #269 | |
| 2024 | #535 | #325 | |
| 2025 | #575 | #373 | |
| 1993 | #850 | ||
| 1994 | #931 | ||
| 1997 | #774 | ||
| 1998 | #947 | ||
| 2001 | #995 |
Top names by country: United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Jakub
Names Similar to Jakub
Nicknames for Jakub
- Jake
- Jak
- Kub
Famous People Named Jakub
| Jakub Błaszczykowski | Polish footballer |
| Jakub Janda | Czech ski jumper |
| Jakub Vrana | Czech ice hockey player |
| Jakub Kindl | Czech ice hockey player |
| Jakub Voráček | Czech ice hockey player |
| Jakub Różalski | Polish artist |
| Jakub Świerczok | Polish footballer |
| Jakub Moder | Polish footballer |
| Jakub Kosecki | Polish footballer |
| Jakub Wilkowicz | Polish composer |
| Jakub Voracek | Czech ice hockey player |
| Jakub Słowikowski | Polish actor |
| Jakub Hrůša | Czech conductor |
| Jakub Smrž | Czech motorcycle racer |
| Jakub Gierszał | Polish actor |
| Jakub Rada | Czech biathlete |
| Jakub Holuša | Czech middle-distance runner |
| Jakub Krejcik | Czech film director |
| Jakub Kornfeil | Czech motorcycle racer |
| Jakub Dyjas | Polish table tennis player |
Characters Named Jakub
| Jakub Wolski | character from the novel "Ice" by Anna Kavan |