Jakobie
Meaning of Jakobie
Jakobie is a masculine name rooted in the Hebrew Yaʿaqov—“supplanter”—that evolved through the Latin Jacobus and English Jacob into its current form, marked by the diminutive “-ie” suffix. Pronounced juh-KOH-bee (/dʒuˈkoːbi/), its three-syllable structure preserves the traditional associations of perseverance and transformation while the final syllable introduces a modern inflection. U.S. birth records trace Jakobie’s presence from 1997 onward, with annual occurrences varying between seven and forty-one; as of 2024, it ranks 895th with 29 recorded instances. This steady, niche usage indicates a preference among parents for a name that balances historical depth with phonetic novelty, delivering a technically clear yet culturally resonant option. Though it does not threaten to supplant its more common counterpart, Jacob, Jakobie offers a measured alternative for those seeking subtle distinction.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as juh-KOH-bee (/dʒuˈkoːbi/)
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