Usage, description and more for Jaakob
Gender: Male
Origin: Finnish
Also available in
Estonian,
Finnish,
Jaakob is used in
Estonia Finland
Countries where Jaakob has name day
Jaakob has a name day in
Finland and Jaakob's next name day is July 25.
Jaakob
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Supplanter
Origin and Meaning
The name Jaakob has its origins in Hebrew language. It is a variant of the name Jacob, which means "supplanter." In the Bible, Jacob is known as one of the patriarchs of the Israelites. He was the son of Isaac and Rebekah, and the father of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name Jaakob carries with it a sense of strength and determination, as well as cunning and resourcefulness.
Nameday
The name Jaakob may have variations in different cultures and regions, and therefore nameday celebrations can vary. However, in some traditions, the name Jacob or its variants may have specific days dedicated to its celebration.