"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Jeycob
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Meaning & Origin
"may God protect"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Jeycob
Jeycob is a phonetic respelling of Jacob, one of the most enduring biblical names in history. Jacob comes from the Hebrew Yaaqov, meaning supplanter or one who follows at the heel, referring to the biblical patriarch who grasped his twin brother Esaus heel at birth. The spelling Jeycob replaces the traditional J-A with J-E-Y, giving it a contemporary American flair.
Jacob dominated the US Social Security top name charts for boys from 1999 to 2012 — a 14-year reign unprecedented in modern naming history. Variant spellings like Jeycob, Jakub, and Jakob capture the names popularity while creating unique identities for individual children.
Jacob is revered as one of the patriarchs of the Abrahamic faiths — Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In the Bible, he wrestled with an angel and was renamed Israel, making him the father of the twelve tribes. The name carries profound religious weight across multiple faiths.
Historical Record
Jeycob first appeared in US Social Security records in 2012.
Over 126 babies have been named Jeycob in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jeycob is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #3,779 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jacob was the #1 boys name in the US for 14 consecutive years (1999-2012)
- In the Bible, Jacobs name was changed to Israel after wrestling with an angel
- Jakob (with a k) is the preferred spelling in German-speaking countries
Jeycob in Other Languages
Arabic
يَعْقُوب
French
Jacques
German
Jakob
Hebrew
יַעֲקֹב
Spanish
Jacobo
Popularity Over Time
#3,779
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,779
- Total SSA Count
- 30
- Cultural Origins
- American Hebrew Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Jay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jeycob
What does the name Jeycob mean?
"supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (from Hebrew). "may God protect" (from Hebrew). Jeycob is a phonetic respelling of Jacob, one of the most enduring biblical names in history. Jacob comes from the Hebrew Yaaqov, meaning supplanter or one who follows at the heel, referring to the biblical patriarch who grasped his twin brother Esaus heel at birth. The spelling Jeycob replaces the traditional J-A with J-E-Y, giving it a contemporary American flair.
What is the origin of the name Jeycob?
Jeycob has Hebrew, American, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel". In Hebrew, it means "may God protect".
Is Jeycob a boy or girl name?
Jeycob is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jeycob?
Jeycob is currently ranked #3779 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jeycob?
Common nicknames for Jeycob include Jay and Cob.
What are good middle names for Jeycob?
Popular middle name pairings include Jeycob Alexander, Jeycob James, Jeycob Michael, Jeycob Lee, and Jeycob Ray.
What are good sibling names for Jeycob?
Names that pair well with Jeycob as siblings include Jaylen, Kayden, Aaliyah, Nevaeh, and Jordyn.
How many syllables does Jeycob have?
Jeycob has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jeycob a common or rare name?
Jeycob is an uncommon name, ranked #3779 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Jeycob
Jeycob is a boy name with American, Hebrew, and Christian origins . The name means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" in Hebrew .
Jeycob is currently ranked #3,779 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jeycob has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jeycob include Jay and Cob. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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