Boy Name Arabic · Muslim

Yacqub

Pronunciation /YACQ-ub/

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“prophet”

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GenderBoy
OriginMuslim
Starting soundYa
Numerology6 · The Nurturer
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Meaning of Yacqub

Yacqub is a boy name of Muslim origin, popular among Arabic families. It means “Prophet Jacob, supplanter”.

Yacqub's Style

Muslim Arabic Timeless Medium Boy

Yacqub at a Glance

Popularity
79/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
21/100
Pronunciation
76/100

Yacqub is a popular, widely familiar name with a balanced character.

Yacqub Popularity Graph

🇮🇳 India · rank by year (#1 = most popular)

#81#107#1332015201920232026
Status
Moderately Popular
Direction
↑ Rising
Est. Position
~#81

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Yacqub Name Profile

Meaningprophet
OriginArabic · Muslim
GenderBoy Name
First LetterY
Letters6
Syllables3
Baby Name Spot Popularity Score79/100

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