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JakobaChristian Male Biblical name meaning

God's supplanter

Pronunciation: /dʒəˈkoʊbə/

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Name
Jakoba
Meaning
God's supplanter
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈkoʊbə/
Lucky Number
4
4
Lucky Number
(Monday)
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Jakoba mean?

Jakoba is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "God's supplanter". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: /dʒəˈkoʊbə/. Lucky number: 4. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Jakoba

Χριστιανικό όνομα που σημαίνει God's supplanter

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/dʒəˈkoʊbə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Jakoba is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is God's supplanter. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

4

Lucky Day

(Monday)

Lucky Colors

OrangeYellow

Lucky Stone

(Amethyst)

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive and artistic, you possess a great desire for beauty, creativity, and self-expression.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateStrong-willedCreativeS = Sensible

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Embrace change and trust God to guide you through life's transitions.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Jakoba has been carried by many people throughout history, with notable figures including several saints in the Catholic Church, such as Saint Jakoba of Berg, who lived in the 13th century and was known for her commitment to the poor and the sick. The name has also been popular in various European countries, particularly in Germany and Austria, where it has been used as a given name for both men and women.
For Christians, the name Jakoba holds a deep spiritual significance as a reminder of the biblical character Jacob, who was a flawed and complex individual who wrestled with his own faith and relationship with God. Despite his imperfections, God chose to rename him and give him a new identity marked by grace and redemption. Jakoba, as a name inspired by Jacob, serves as a reminder of God's power to transform and redeem even the most broken and flawed among us. Furthermore, the name carries a powerful message about God's presence and sustaining power in our lives, even when we experience difficulties and hardships.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Jakoba of Syracuse, a Christian martyr from the 4th century. The name Jakoba carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

4th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Jakoba Johnson (Actress)Jakoba Framke (Singer)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Jakoba

God's supplanter

🇮🇱Hebrew

Jakoba

שם נוצרי שפירושו God's supplanter

🇬🇷Greek

Jakoba

Χριστιανικό όνομα που σημαίνει God's supplanter

🇮🇹Latin

Jakoba

Nomen Christianum quod significat God's supplanter

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