Yaqoob
Yaqoob is a Muslim boy name of Arabic form of Hebrew Yaʿaqov origin, meaning “Prophet Jacob”.
| Meaning | Prophet Jacob |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic form of Hebrew Yaʿaqov |
| Written as | يعقوب |
| Pronunciation | yah-KOOB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Yaqoob
Yaqoob is how Ya'qub, the Prophet Jacob, is usually written in South Asia. The Quran also calls him Isra'il. His father was Ishaq, and he had twelve sons, among them the Prophet Yusuf. The Quran praises the patience he kept through the long grief of losing Yusuf, trusting God until they met again. The name comes from Hebrew and is generally explained as one who follows.
Is Yaqoob a Muslim name?
Yaqoob is a traditional Muslim name honouring the Prophet Ya'qub: 'And Ibrahim instructed his sons to do the same, and so did Yaʿqub' (Quran 2:132).
How popular is Yaqoob?
This spelling is the usual one in India and Pakistan.
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Spellings and variants of Yaqoob
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yaqoob mean?
Yaqoob means 'Prophet Jacob'. It is of Arabic form of Hebrew Yaʿaqov origin.
Is Yaqoob a Muslim name?
Yaqoob is a traditional Muslim name honouring the Prophet Ya'qub: 'And Ibrahim instructed his sons to do the same, and so did Yaʿqub' (Quran 2:132).
How do you pronounce Yaqoob?
Yaqoob is pronounced yah-KOOB.
Is Yaqoob a boy or girl name?
Yaqoob is usually a boy name.