Yakob

Yakob is a masculine name that serves as a variant spelling of Jacob, which derives from Hebrew origins meaning 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel.' This spelling reflects the name's pronunciation in various Eastern European, Middle Eastern, and East African cultures. In the Bible, Jacob was a patriarch who fathered twelve sons who became the founders of the twelve tribes of Israel. The variant Yakob maintains the name's rich historical and religious significance while offering a distinctive international flair. While less common than Jacob or Jakob in Western countries, Yakob provides an authentic connection to multiple cultural traditions with its phonetic spelling.

Pronounced YAH-kob.

As of October 2026, Yakob ranked #9659 in US births in 2021 SSA.