Jakob is a boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning “Supplanter (variant of Jacob).” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Jak. As of 2022, Jakob ranks #988 among boys' names in the United States and has been gradually declining. Its highest US ranking was #759 in 2019.
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YAH-kob
Phonetic spelling
Currently #988 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Jakob means “Supplanter (variant of Jacob).” It is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Jakob is pronounced YAH-kob.
Jakob is most commonly used as a boy's name.
Jakob currently ranks #988 among boys' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Jakob include Jak.
Middle names that pair well with Jakob include Jakob James, Jakob Alexander, Jakob William, Jakob Thomas.
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