Yaaqoob
Yaaqoob is a Muslim boy name of Arabic form of Hebrew Yaʿaqov origin, meaning “Prophet Jacob; one who follows”.
| Meaning | Prophet Jacob; one who follows |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic form of Hebrew Yaʿaqov |
| Written as | يعقوب |
| Pronunciation | yah-KOOB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Somalia, South Africa, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Yaaqoob
Yaaqoob is one way of writing Ya'qub, the name the Quran gives to Jacob. His father was Ishaq, his grandfather was Ibrahim, and the Prophet Yusuf was his son. The name comes from Hebrew and is usually explained as one who follows, or one who holds the heel. The doubled vowels show the long sounds and are typical of Somali and South African spelling.
Is Yaaqoob a Muslim name?
Yaaqoob honours the Prophet Ya'qub, named often in the Quran: 'And Ibrahim instructed his sons to do the same, and so did Yaʿqub' (Quran 2:132).
How popular is Yaaqoob?
Somali families favour this spelling, while the name itself is used all over the Muslim world.
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Spellings and variants of Yaaqoob
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yaaqoob mean?
Yaaqoob means 'Prophet Jacob; one who follows'. It is of Arabic form of Hebrew Yaʿaqov origin.
Is Yaaqoob a Muslim name?
Yaaqoob honours the Prophet Ya'qub, named often in the Quran: 'And Ibrahim instructed his sons to do the same, and so did Yaʿqub' (Quran 2:132).
How do you pronounce Yaaqoob?
Yaaqoob is pronounced yah-KOOB.
Is Yaaqoob a boy or girl name?
Yaaqoob is usually a boy name.