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Yaakov

Boy

יעקב

Pronunciation: yah-ah-KOHV

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Popularity

182

Gematria

7

Numerology

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Name Meaning

Derived from the Hebrew word for heel, Yaakov signifies following after or supplanting, referencing the biblical Jacob holding his twin's heel at birth. It is a cornerstone name in Jewish culture, representing the third patriarch and father of the twelve tribes.

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Popularity Over Time
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Personality Traits
Tenacious
Strategic
Spiritual
Traditional
Resilient
Wise
Famous People
  • Yaakov Shwekey
  • Yaakov Agam
  • Yaakov Litzman
  • Jacob the Patriarch
Similar Names
Jacob
Yakov
Akiva
Kobi
Sibling Names
Name Origin

Ancient Biblical Hebrew origin from the Book of Genesis.

🔢 Numerology
The numerological value and meaning of this name
7

Wisdom & Spirituality

Represents depth, analysis, and spiritual seeking. People with this number are thoughtful and introspective.

✨ Gematria
Numerical value of the Hebrew letters in this name
182

Total Gematria Value

Each Hebrew letter has a numeric value; the sum is the gematria of the name

Gematria of יעקב:

Each Hebrew letter has a numeric value:

א=1, ב=2, ג=3ד=4, ה=5, ו=6ז=7, ח=8, ט=9י=10, כ=20, ל=30מ=40, נ=50, ס=60ע=70, פ=80, צ=90ק=100, ר=200, ש=300ת=400

Core digit (reduced):

2

Partner & Harmony

Represents cooperation, balance, and sensitivity. People with this number are highly empathetic.

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