Jakobe Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jakobe is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'supplanter'. It evolved through various languages, starting from Ya'akov in Hebrew to its modern forms. The name carries biblical significance through its connection to Jacob, a patriarch in the Bible. It gained popularity in the medieval period and is currently perceived as a unique and contemporary choice.
The name Jakobe is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jakobe has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jakobe' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15031st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1064th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1097th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jakobe' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jakobe"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈkoʊb/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jakobe is derived from the Hebrew name Ya'akov, which means 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel'.
Meaning
Supplanter, holder of the heel
Language Evolution
Ya'akov (Hebrew), Iacobus (Latin), Jacobus (Old French), Jacques (French), James (English)
Biblical Background
Jakobe is a variant of Jacob, a significant figure in the Bible who is known as the son of Isaac and Rebecca and the grandson of Abraham.
Historical Usage
The name Jakobe gained popularity in various forms throughout the medieval period, particularly in Christian contexts due to biblical references.
Variants & Derivatives
Jacob, James, Jakob, Jacques, Iacob
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jakobe is viewed as a unique and contemporary name, appealing to those seeking alternatives to more common names like Jacob and James.
Famous People
Jakobe D. Smith (American artist), Jakobe R. Johnson (American athlete)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jakobe"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jakobe"
"Jakobe" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15031st of 16616 | 8 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1064th of 24088 | 2,544 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1097th of 23106 | 2,205 |
Regional Popularity of "Jakobe" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.08% 1195th/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
9.44% 690th/7313 |
33.94% 2533rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
22.97% 915th/3984 |
54.00% 2423rd/4487 |
12.90% 880th/6822 |
39.07% 2452nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jakobe" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jakobe"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jakobe" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.