Yaakov | Name Meaning & Origin

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Origin and Meaning of the Name Yaakov

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Gender:

Boy

Origin:

Hebrew

Meaning:

Supplanter; held by the heel

Pronunciation:

(yah ah kohv)   [Guide]

Form of:

Ya'akov

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Miscellaneous Info for Yaakov

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Biblical Names, Jewish Names, Hebrew Names

Used in:

English and Hebrew speaking countries

Additional info:

In the Old Testament, Yaakov is the son of Isaac and grandson of Abraham.

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