Yakup
Yakup is a Muslim boy name meaning “Jacob; one who follows”.
| Meaning | Jacob; one who follows |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Yaʿqub |
| Arabic spelling | يعقوب |
| Pronunciation | yah-KOOP |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yakup
Yakup is the Turkish form of Yaʿqūb, the Prophet Jacob. Turkish sound rules turn the final b into p, giving Yakup, in the same way Eyyub becomes Eyüp. The name honours the prophet who was the son of Ishaq and father of the Prophet Yusuf, and it has been common in Turkey since Ottoman times.
Is Yakup a Muslim name?
Yes. Yakup is the Turkish form of the prophetic name Yaʿqub and is a traditional Muslim name in Turkey.
Is Yakup 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 Yakup used?
Very common in Turkey and among Turks and Albanians in the Balkans.
Gifts with the name Yakup
- Yakup name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yakup mean?
Yakup means 'Jacob; one who follows'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Yaʿqub.
Is Yakup a Muslim name?
Yes. Yakup is the Turkish form of the prophetic name Yaʿqub and is a traditional Muslim name in Turkey.
How do you write Yakup in Arabic?
Yakup is written يعقوب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yakup?
Yakup is pronounced yah-KOOP.
Is Yakup 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).