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JakubChristian Male Biblical name meaning

May God protect

Pronunciation: YAH-koob

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Name
Jakub
Meaning
May God protect
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
YAH-koob
Lucky Number
11
11
Lucky Number
Tuesday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Jakub mean?

Jakub is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "May God protect". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: YAH-koob. Lucky number: 11. 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.

Ιακώβ

Αντικατάστατος, Ιακώβ σημαίνει 'αντικατάστατος' ή 'παράδοσης'

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

YAH-koob

IPA

/ˈjɑːkʊb/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Jakub is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is May God protect. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

11

Lucky Day

Tuesday

Lucky Colors

OrangeRed

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expression, creativity, and self-expression.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name reminding us of God's mercy and the power of perseverance.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Jakub has a rich cultural heritage in the Christian faith, as it is the name of one of the twelve apostles, known as Saint James the Greater. He is the son of Zebedee and the brother of John the Beloved. Jakub plays an important role in the early Christian community, and his name became a common one in Christian communities throughout history. In some countries, such as Poland, the name Jakub is the most popular given Christian name.
In the spiritual sense, the name Jakub carries the message of struggle, perseverance, and ultimately, God's grace and redemption. Just like the biblical Jacob, who deceitfully obtained the blessing, but later in life, wrestled with God and received a new name and a blessing, the name Jakub invites us to reflect on our own spiritual journeys. It reminds us that even if we have made mistakes or gone astray, God is always ready to forgive, redeem, and bless us. The name Jakub is a powerful reminder of God's mercy and grace, and the importance of persevering in the face of adversity.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Jacob was the third son and second survivor of the twelve sons of Isaac and Rebekah. The name Jakub carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Approx. 1900 BCE

Jakub of Slovakia (Jacob of Zemex, or Jacob Radozimski) was a Roman Catholic bishop and political leader who played a significant role in Slovak nationalism and resistance against Hungarian rule in the late 19th century.

Late 19th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Jakub Vrba (Czech footballer)Jakub Józef Orliński (Polish actor)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Jakub

Supplanter or he who replaces

🇮🇱Hebrew

יעקב

הוא יחליף, יעקב הוא שם עברי שפירושו 'הוא יחליף'

🇬🇷Greek

Ιακώβ

Αντικατάστατος, Ιακώβ σημαίνει 'αντικατάστατος' ή 'παράδοσης'

🇮🇹Latin

Iacobus

Supplanter, Iacobus means 'supplanter' or 'he who replaces'

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