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Yaakov Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "yaakov" is "heel grasper; supplanter", and is used often for "boys".

Name
yaakov
Meaning
heel grasper; supplanter
Pronunciation
yah-kov
Used for
boys
Syllables
2

Yaakov Name Details

Yaakov is a Hebrew name that has origins in the Old Testament. It is the Hebrew equivalent of the English name Jacob. In the Bible, Yaakov was the son of Isaac and Rebecca and the twin brother of Esau. He is an important figure in Jewish history and is considered one of the patriarchs of the twelve tribes of Israel. Yaakov's name was changed to Israel after he wrestled with an angel. The name Yaakov has been widely used in Jewish communities for centuries and continues to be a popular choice for boys.

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