Yacoub
Meaning of Yacoub
Yacoub, the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Yaʿaqōb, derives from the triliteral Semitic root y-ʿ-q-b, which conveys the notion of “supplanting” or “he follows,” and occupies a foundational position within both Biblical and Qurʾanic onomastic traditions. In Modern Standard Arabic, the name is articulated as yah-KOOb [jɑˈkuːb], a phonetic structure readily accommodated by English speakers, and evokes the patriarch venerated as the progenitor of Joseph in Judeo-Christian scripture and as a prophet in Islamic theology. According to United States Social Security Administration data, Yacoub was bestowed upon 13 newborn males in 2024 (ranked 911th), reflecting a continued, albeit moderate, presence since 1991 when annual counts have ranged between five and twenty-three and national rankings between approximately 760 and 927. This sustained usage underscores the name’s appeal to parents seeking a designation that combines historical depth, theological resonance, and phonological precision within contemporary Anglo-American naming practices.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as yah-KOOb (/jɑˈku:b/)
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Notable People Named Yacoub
| Yacoub Al-Mohana - |
| Yacoub Shaheen - |
| Yacoub Sidi Ethmane - |
