boy · Hebrew

Jaako

/JAA-ko/

Meaning: Supplanter, holder of the heel

Jaako at a glance

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

Lucky details for Jaako

Number: 3
Color: Royal Purple
Stone: Yellow Sapphire
Flower: Lily
Day: Thursday
Planet: Jupiter
Zodiac: Sagittarius
Metal: Tin

Jaako 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 Jaako for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with expressive, curious, endlessly sociable. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Jaako reduce to 3, a number linked with Jupiter and with people who are optimistic, funny, quick to learn language and music.

Numerology

Chaldean value 3 — Expressive, curious, endlessly sociable.

Personality

Expressive, curious, endlessly sociable

Positive Traits

Optimistic, funny, quick to learn language and music

Negative Traits

Can scatter energy across too many interests at once

Career Suggestions

Writing, media, teaching, law, travel and tourism

Nicknames

Jaai Jaak 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 Jaako

What does the name Jaako mean?

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

Is Jaako a boy or girl name?

Jaako is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Jaako?

Jaako is pronounced JAA-ko (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Jaako?

The lucky number for Jaako is 3, ruled by Jupiter.

What are good nicknames for Jaako?

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