How to Pronounce Jakob
Jakob / JAKUHB /
The name Jakob is a Male name of Germanic origin meaning "Supplanter". It is pronounced JAKUHB.
Germanic Male
Meaning & Origin
Jakob is a Germanic name meaning "Supplanter". Hebrew: Ya'aqov (יַעֲקֹב), derived from the word 'aqev' (עָקֵב) meaning 'heel'.
Quick Facts
Language Germanic
Gender Male
Phonetic JAKUHB
IPA ˈdʒækəb
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as JAKUHB. Keep the original Germanic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Jakob
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Jakob?
- Jakob is pronounced JAKUHB.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Jakob?
- The correct pronunciation of Jakob is JAKUHB (IPA: ˈdʒækəb).
- Is Jakob a Germanic name?
- Yes, Jakob is a Germanic name meaning "Supplanter".
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