Yaaqoob
Yaaqoob is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prophet Jacob; usually explained as one who follows”.
| Meaning | Prophet Jacob; usually explained as one who follows |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic form of Hebrew Yaʿaqov |
| Arabic spelling | يعقوب |
| Pronunciation | yah-KOOB |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yaaqoob
Yaaqoob is a spelling of Yaʿqūb, the Arabic name of the Prophet Jacob, son of Ishaq and grandson of Ibrahim, and father of the Prophet Yusuf. The name is of Hebrew origin and is usually explained as 'one who follows' or 'holds the heel'. The double vowels in this spelling mark the long sounds and are common in Somali and South African usage.
Is Yaaqoob a Muslim name?
Yes. Yaaqoob is the name of the Prophet Yaʿqub (Jacob), mentioned many times in the Quran.
Is Yaaqoob in the Quran?
'And Ibrahim instructed his sons to do the same, and so did Yaʿqub' (Quran 2:132).
Where is the name Yaaqoob used?
This spelling is common among Somali families; the name itself is used everywhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yaaqoob mean?
Yaaqoob means 'Prophet Jacob; usually explained as one who follows'. It comes from Arabic form of Hebrew Yaʿaqov.
Is Yaaqoob a Muslim name?
Yes. Yaaqoob is the name of the Prophet Yaʿqub (Jacob), mentioned many times in the Quran.
How do you write Yaaqoob in Arabic?
Yaaqoob is written يعقوب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yaaqoob?
Yaaqoob is pronounced yah-KOOB.
Is Yaaqoob mentioned in the Quran?
'And Ibrahim instructed his sons to do the same, and so did Yaʿqub' (Quran 2:132).