What origin is the name Iacob?

Iacob comes from International naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Iacob?

Names from the same international tradition pair naturally with Iacob — for example Nautica, Arica, Laisha. You can browse more on our international names page.

Iacob

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Iacob

Iacob

Boy

International

2 syllables

Iacob is an International boy's name meaning "Supplanter; holder of the heel".

Parents who choose Iacob pick a boy name from the International tradition, meaning "Supplanter; holder of the heel". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: International
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Supplanter; holder of the heel

Popularity

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Quick answers about Iacob

What does Iacob mean?

Iacob is a boy name of International origin meaning "Supplanter; holder of the heel".

How popular is Iacob?

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Sister names that go with Iacob

Nautica Arica Laisha Latrina Fredia Shaelyn

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Name numerology

5is the Chaldean number for Iacob.

Number 5 is linked with curiosity, freedom and adventure.

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Names with a similar meaning to Iacob

Iacob means "Supplanter; holder of the heel" — these names share that spirit.

Jacob — "Jacob comes from the Hebrew Ya'aqov, usually explained as 'holder of the heel' or 'one who follows'. He is a patriarch in the Bible." (Hebrew)
James — "James comes from the Late Latin Iacomus, a form of Jacob, from the Hebrew Ya'aqov, 'holder of the heel'. Two apostles bore it." (Hebrew)