Jakov
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
Jakov is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.
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Jakov first appeared in US Social Security records in 2010.
Over 22 babies have been named Jakov in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jakov is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #41,931 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #41,931
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Jakov
Jakov is a boy name .
Jakov is currently ranked #41,931 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jakov include Jak, Jay, Jaie, and Jakkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jakov include Jakob, Jakobe, Jakobi, Jakoby, Jakobie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
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