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Name Profile
Jakov
A deep dive into the meaning, heritage, and daily usability of the name Jakov.
Primary meaning
Supplanter
Pronunciation: jah-kohv
Profile summary
Slavic form of Jacob. Borne by the patriarch Jacob in the Bible, father of the twelve tribes of Israel. Very common in all Slavic countries. Suggests perseverance and blessing. The current meaning shown for this name is Supplanter. The catalog pronunciation is listed as jah-kohv. Jakov appears in boy naming lists and biblical style collections, which can help when comparing nearby options in the same catalog group.
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Etymology note
Jakov is currently cataloged under Hebrew origin, and this page describes its meaning as Supplanter.
Origin note
This profile is grouped under Hebrew origin and Hebrew-language usage in the current library.
Usage note
In this catalog, Jakov is grouped as a biblical boy name. That combination can help when comparing style-led and gender-led shortlist pages.
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