Akkub

Akkub Origin and Meaning

The name Akkub is a boy's name.

Akkub is a masculine name with ancient biblical origins. It appears in the Old Testament as the name of several individuals, including a gatekeeper of the temple mentioned in 1 Chronicles. In Hebrew, the name (עַקּוּב) likely relates to the concept of 'protection' or may mean 'protected' or 'insidious.' Despite its biblical heritage, Akkub remains quite rare in contemporary usage. The name has a distinctive, strong sound with its double 'k' consonant. For families seeking a biblical name that isn't commonly used, Akkub provides an option with authentic scriptural connections while standing apart from more familiar biblical choices.

Famous People Named Akkub

• Akkub son of Elioenai, of the House of David (1 Chr. 3:24)
• Akkub ancestor of porters who returned to Judah with Zerubbabel (Neh. 7:45)
• Akkub a porter (1 Chr. 9:17)
• Akkub teacher (Nehemiah 8:7)