Jacoba Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Jacoba

"Jacoba is a given name, a female version of Jacob"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 1921 👥 296 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Jacoba is a given name, a female version of Jacob
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
296
Life Path
Number 5

📖 What Does Jacoba Mean?

Jacoba is a given name, a female version of Jacob. In daily life, many people use(d) short or more modern forms like Coba, Cobi, Cobie, Coby, Coosje, Cootje, Jackie, and Jacqueline. People with the name includeMiddle AgesJacoba of Settesoli, follower of the Italian saint Francis of Assisi Jacoba of Beieren (1401–1436), Countess of Holland and Zeeland Jacoba of Loon-Heinsberg, Dutch abbessModern useJacoba M.J. "Coby" van Baalen, Dutch equestrian Jacoba van den Brande (1735–1794), Dutch scientist Jacoba W.H. "Coosje" van Bruggen (1942–2009), Dutch-born American sculptor, art historian, and critic Jacoba van Heemskerck (1876–1923), Dutch painter, stained glass designer and graphic artist Jacoba Hol (1886–1964), physical geographer Jacoba Adriana Hollestelle (1937–2002), Dutch sin

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Jacoba is a given name, a female version of Jacob. In daily life, many people use(d) short or more modern forms like Coba, Cobi, Cobie, Coby, Coosje, Cootje, Jackie, and Jacqueline. People with the name includeMiddle AgesJacoba of Settesoli, follower of the Italian saint Francis of Assisi Jacoba of Beieren (1401–1436), Countess of Holland and Zeeland Jacoba of Loon-Heinsberg, Dutch abbessModern useJacoba M.J. "Coby" van Baalen, Dutch equestrian Jacoba van den Brande (1735–1794), Dutch scientist Jacoba W.H. "Coosje" van Bruggen (1942–2009), Dutch-born American sculptor, art historian, and critic Jacoba van Heemskerck (1876–1923), Dutch painter, stained glass designer and graphic artist Jacoba Hol (1886–1964), physical geographer Jacoba Adriana Hollestelle (1937–2002), Dutch sin

Root Element
Jacoba
Core Meaning
"Jacoba is a given name, a female version of Jacob"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Jacoba

J 1
A 1
C 3
O 6
B 2
A 1
SUM 5
5
Life Path
Freedom & Adventure
8
Soul Urge
Power & Ambition
6
Personality
Nurturing & Responsibility

Life Path 5 — Freedom & Adventure: Versatile, curious, and love for exploration.

📊 Jacoba in Numbers

296 US bearers
1921 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Jacoba" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Jacoba is a given name, a female version of Jacob".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~296 people named Jacoba in the US. Peaked in 1921 with 17 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Jacoba?

The Life Path number for Jacoba is 5, associated with Freedom & Adventure. Soul Urge: 8. Personality: 6.

Is Jacoba a boy or girl name?

Jacoba is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Jacoba in the US?

Approximately 296 people in the United States are named Jacoba. The name peaked in 1921 with 17 recorded uses.

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