boy · Hebrew

Jaakob

/JAA-kob/

Meaning: Supplanter, holder of the heel

Jaakob at a glance

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

Lucky details for Jaakob

Number: 5
Color: Turquoise
Stone: Emerald
Flower: Lavender
Day: Wednesday
Planet: Mercury
Zodiac: Gemini
Metal: Mercury alloy

Jaakob 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 Jaakob for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Jaakob reduce to 5, a number linked with Mercury and with people who are charming, articulate, a natural at making friends anywhere.

Numerology

Chaldean value 5 — Quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety.

Personality

Quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety

Positive Traits

Charming, articulate, a natural at making friends anywhere

Negative Traits

Gets restless with routine and may struggle to sit still

Career Suggestions

Marketing, sales, journalism, software, entrepreneurship

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 Jaakob

What does the name Jaakob mean?

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

Is Jaakob a boy or girl name?

Jaakob is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Jaakob?

Jaakob is pronounced JAA-kob (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Jaakob?

The lucky number for Jaakob is 5, ruled by Mercury.

What are good nicknames for Jaakob?

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