Yaakov or Yaacov?
Two spellings, side by side.
Yaakov and Yaacov are two spellings of the same sound. Yaakov is listed with the meaning "A Hebrew name meaning one who supplants. It is the original form of the name Jacob, famously borne by the biblical patriarch" and Yaacov with "Heel-grabber; supplanter". Yaakov is the more searched spelling on this site. Pick the one that matches how the name is written in your language, or is easiest to read where you live.
| Detail | Yaakov | Yaacov |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | A Hebrew name meaning one who supplants. It is the original form of the name Jacob, famously borne by the biblical patriarch. | Heel-grabber; supplanter |
| Origin | Hebrew | Hebrew |
| Gender | Boy | Boy |
| Written | — | יעקב |
| Say it | Yaa-kov | Yaa-cov |
| Popularity | Less often searched here | Less often searched here |
Questions about Yaakov and Yaacov
Is Yaakov or Yaacov more common?
Yaakov is more often searched and saved on this site; Yaacov is also used.
Do Yaakov and Yaacov mean the same?
Yaakov: "A Hebrew name meaning one who supplants. It is the original form of the name Jacob, famously borne by the biblical patriarch". Yaacov: "Heel-grabber; supplanter".
How do you say Yaakov?
In parts: Yaa-kov. Yaacov is said the same way.
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