Yaacov

Q: How popular is the name Yaacov?

Yaacov is ranked #42821 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ y-AHK-ohv ]

Boy Name #42,821 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Yaacov is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced y-AHK-ohv.

Parents who love the name Yaacov often also consider Napat, Cabral, Karega .

Popularity Over Time

#42,821

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #42,821
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Yaa Yay Yaaie Yaacie

Middle Name Ideas

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Yaacov Charles

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Yaacov Jayden

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Yaacov Brooks

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Yaacov Andrew

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Yaacov Diego

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Yaacov Angel

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yaacov

Is Yaacov a boy or girl name?

Yaacov is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Yaacov?

Yaacov is pronounced y-AHK-ohv.

How popular is the name Yaacov?

Yaacov is currently ranked #42821 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Yaacov?

Common nicknames for Yaacov include Yaa, Yay, Yaaie, and Yaacie.

Is Yaacov a common or rare name?

Yaacov is an uncommon name, ranked #42821 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Yaacov

Yaacov is a boy name .

Yaacov is currently ranked #42,821 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Yaacov include Yaa, Yay, Yaaie, and Yaacie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.