Yakov

The name Yakov means 'supplanter' or 'one who follows'. It is derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov, which is associated with grasping the heel or following. This gives the name an interpretation connected to someone who overtakes or replaces another.

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Yakov is a name of Hebrew origin.

  • Babies named Yakov in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 116
  • Nicknames: Yasha, Kov, Yak, Kovi, Jakey.
  • Full Names: Yakov Ivanovich Kasyanov, Yakov Grigoryevich Kreizer, Yakov Borisovich Zeldovich, Yakov Davidovich Yurovsky, Yakov Mikhailovich Sverdlov.
  • Famous Namesakes: Yakov Smirnoff-Comedian, Yakov Dzhugashvili-Stalin's son, Yakov Sverdlov-Soviet politician, Yakov Drobyshevsky-Russian actor, Yakov Knyazhnin-Playwright.
  • Gender: While Yakov can be used as a unisex name in very rare instances, it is predominantly male.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Yakov resonates with the number 5. The number 5 symbolizes adaptability, freedom, and dynamic energy. People with this number are often adventurous, curious, and have a deep desire to experience life in all its forms.

Yakov is a somewhat uncommon name, but it is more prevalent in regions with larger Jewish communities. In recent years, it has seen a rise in popularity in Russia and Israel.

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