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Yakov Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Yakov

"Yakov is a Russian or Hebrew variant of the given names Jacob and James"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2024 👥 3,191 in US
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Meaning
Yakov is a Russian or Hebrew variant of the given names Jacob and James
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
3,191
Life Path
Number 2

📖 What Does Yakov Mean?

Yakov is a Russian or Hebrew variant of the given names Jacob and James. People also give the nickname Yasha or Yashka used for Yakov.

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

Yakov is a Russian or Hebrew variant of the given names Jacob and James. People also give the nickname Yasha or Yashka used for Yakov.…

Root Element
Yakov
Core Meaning
"Yakov is a Russian or Hebrew variant of the given names Jacob and James"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Yakov

Y 7
A 1
K 2
O 6
V 4
SUM 2
2
Life Path
Harmony & Diplomacy
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
4
Personality
Stability & Hard Work

Life Path 2 — Harmony & Diplomacy: Cooperative, sensitive, and excellent mediators.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male100%
♀ Female0%

Based on 3,191 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 3,191
Peak year 2024 (164)
First recorded 1953
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Yakov" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Yakov is a Russian or Hebrew variant of the given names Jacob and James".

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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, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~3,191 people named Yakov in the US. Peaked in 2024 with 164 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Yakov?

The Life Path number for Yakov is 2, associated with Harmony & Diplomacy. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 4.

Is Yakov a boy or girl name?

Yakov is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Yakov in the US?

Approximately 3,191 people in the United States are named Yakov. The name peaked in 2024 with 164 recorded uses.

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