Yankuba
Yankuba is a Muslim boy name meaning “Form of Yaqub (Jacob), a Prophet”.
| Meaning | Form of Yaqub (Jacob), a Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Mandinka form of Arabic Yaqub |
| Arabic spelling | يعقوب |
| Pronunciation | yahn-KOO-bah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yankuba
Yankuba is the Mandinka form of Yaʿqūb, the Prophet Jacob, father of Yūsuf. The Arabic ʿayn becomes a nasal n and a final -a is added. It is a very familiar name in the Gambia and Casamance; Gambian politician Yankuba Touray is one bearer.
Is Yankuba a Muslim name?
Yes. Yankuba is a Muslim name, the Mandinka form of the Prophet Yaʿqūb (Jacob).
Where is the name Yankuba used?
Common in the Gambia, southern Senegal and Guinea-Bissau among Mandinka speakers.
Gifts with the name Yankuba
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yankuba mean?
Yankuba means 'Form of Yaqub (Jacob), a Prophet'. It comes from Mandinka form of Arabic Yaqub.
Is Yankuba a Muslim name?
Yes. Yankuba is a Muslim name, the Mandinka form of the Prophet Yaʿqūb (Jacob).
How do you write Yankuba in Arabic?
Yankuba is written يعقوب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yankuba?
Yankuba is pronounced yahn-KOO-bah.