boy · Hebrew

Jaacob

/JAA-cob/

Meaning: Supplanter, holder of the heel

Jaacob at a glance

Meaning: Supplanter, holder of the heel
Origin: Hebrew
Religion: Christian
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: JAA-cob
Syllables: 2
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Jacob, Jaakob, Jacon, Jaacon, Jakon, Jaconah

Lucky details for Jaacob

Number: 6
Color: Soft Pink
Stone: Diamond
Flower: Rose
Day: Friday
Planet: Venus
Zodiac: Libra
Metal: Copper

Jaacob is a Hebrew name meaning “supplanter, holder of the heel”. It is a spelling variant of Jacob and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Jaacob for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with warm, affectionate, family-first. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Jaacob reduce to 6, a number linked with Venus and with people who are nurturing, artistic, creates harmony wherever they go.

Numerology

Chaldean value 6 — Warm, affectionate, family-first.

Personality

Warm, affectionate, family-first

Positive Traits

Nurturing, artistic, creates harmony wherever they go

Negative Traits

Can over-give and forget their own needs

Career Suggestions

Medicine, design, music, education, hospitality

Nicknames

Jaac Jaai Jaay Jay

Middle Names

Jatin Jacono Jakk

Sibling Names

Abigail Bethano Elishev Rakhelie

Compatible Names

Aaron Asherrie Danyeli Ethannah Jaconie Leviye

FAQs about the name Jaacob

What does the name Jaacob mean?

Jaacob means “supplanter, holder of the heel” and comes from a Hebrew root.

Is Jaacob a boy or girl name?

Jaacob is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Jaacob?

Jaacob is pronounced JAA-cob (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Jaacob?

The lucky number for Jaacob is 6, ruled by Venus.

What are good nicknames for Jaacob?

Popular short forms include Jaac, Jaai, Jaay, Jay.