| Meaning | supplanter, one who follows |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Ya-a-kov |
Yaakov is a distinguished and timeless name of Hebrew origin that has a deep historical and biblical significance. Derived from the name Jacob, it carries the meaning of "supplanter" or "one who follows." The name Yaakov has been embraced by various cultures and languages, making it both traditional and internationally recognized.
Choosing the name Yaakov for your baby boy signifies an appreciation for tradition, strong family connections, and a sense of heritage. The name's biblical roots add a touch of spirituality and strength to its allure, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a name with profound meaning.
With its various variations such as Jacob, Jacques, and Yakov, this name offers flexibility and diversity, allowing parents to choose a variant that resonates most with them. Common nicknames like Yak, Kobi, and Jake add a touch of familiarity and endearment to the name.
Yaakov is a name with a rich history and timeless appeal, making it a wonderful choice for welcoming a new baby boy into the world.
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| Yaakov Edri | Israeli politician and former Minister of Public Security |
| Yaakov Farkash | Former head of Israeli Military Intelligence |
| Yaakov Hodorov | Israeli football player |
| Yaakov Koppel Chai Abargel | Former Chief Rabbi of Israel |
| Yaakov Neeman | Israeli lawyer and politician |
| Yaakov Peri | Former head of the Israeli Security Agency - Shin Bet and politician |
| Yaakov Shwekey | Israeli-American singer |
| Yaakov Yosef | Israeli rabbi and politician |
| Yaakov Zada Daniel | Israeli basketball player |
| Yaakov Agam | Israeli sculptor and artist |
| Yaakov Amidror | Former Israeli National Security Advisor |
| Yaakov Dori | First Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces |
| Yaakov Katz | Israeli journalist and author |
| Yaakov Landau | Israeli politician and former Minister of National Infrastructure |
| Yaakov Litzman | Israeli politician and former Minister of Health |
| Yaakov Malkin | Israeli diplomat and former ambassador to the United States |
| Yaakov Meridor | Former Israeli Minister of Justice |
| Yaakov Shaharabani | Israeli actor |
| Yaakov Yitzchak Rabinowicz | Orthodox Jewish rabbi and Hasidic rebbe |
| Yaakov Kray | A character in the TV series "The Americans" |
| Yaakov "Jacob" Kirsch | A character in the novel "Winter's Tale" by Mark Helprin |
| Yaakov Shapiro | A character in the TV series "Weeds" |
| Yaakov Berman | A character in the film "The Frisco Kid" |
| Yaakov Stein | A character in the TV series "Shtisel" |
| Yaakov Shachar | A character in the novel "The Source" by James A. Michener |
| Yaakov Rabinowitz | A character in the film "A Serious Man" |
| Yaakov "Yasha" Novotny | A character in the TV series "Babylon Berlin" |
| Yaakov Avraham | A character in the novel "The Promise" by Chaim Potok |
| Yaakov Herzog | A character in the film "Rosenstrasse" |
| Yaakov Shapira | A character in the film "The Garden of the Finzi-Continis" |
| Yaakov "Yasha" Mazur | A character in the TV series "Mazurka på sengekanten" |
| Yaakov "Yasha" Zbarsky | A character in the novel "The Secret Book of Grazia dei Rossi" by Jacqueline Park |
| Yaakov "Yasha" Koblov | A character in the film "In the Land of Blood and Honey" |
| Yaakov "Yasha" Gorshteyn | A character in the TV series "The Slap" |
| Yaakov Cohen | A character in the film "Once I Was a Beehive" |
| Yaakov "Yasha" Bercovitch | A character in the film "Yentl" |
| Yaakov Geller | A character in the TV series "NCIS - Los Angeles" |