Yakub
Yakub is a Muslim boy name meaning “Jacob; one who follows”.
| Meaning | Jacob; one who follows |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic) |
| Arabic spelling | يعقوب |
| Pronunciation | yah-KOOB |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yakub
Yakub is a widely used spelling of Yaʿqūb, the Prophet Jacob in Islam. It drops the ʿayn and uses k for q, which is how the name is commonly written in Indonesia, Malaysia, Central Asia and parts of South Asia. Prophet Yaʿqub was the son of Ishaq and the father of the twelve tribes, including the Prophet Yusuf.
Is Yakub a Muslim name?
Yes. Yakub is a form of Yaʿqub, the name of a prophet in the Quran, and is used by Muslims around the world.
Is Yakub in the Quran?
The Prophet Yaʿqub is mentioned in the Quran: 'And Ibrahim instructed his sons to do the same, and so did Yaʿqub' (Quran 2:132).
Where is the name Yakub used?
Common in Indonesia, Malaysia, Central Asia and India.
Gifts with the name Yakub
- Yakub name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yakub mean?
Yakub means 'Jacob; one who follows'. It comes from Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic).
Is Yakub a Muslim name?
Yes. Yakub is a form of Yaʿqub, the name of a prophet in the Quran, and is used by Muslims around the world.
How do you write Yakub in Arabic?
Yakub is written يعقوب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yakub?
Yakub is pronounced yah-KOOB.
Is Yakub mentioned in the Quran?
The Prophet Yaʿqub is mentioned in the Quran: 'And Ibrahim instructed his sons to do the same, and so did Yaʿqub' (Quran 2:132).