Boy Name

Jacobus

"Supplanter; from Hebrew Yaakov, meaning one who follows at the heel."

Ranked #11444 for boys

About the Name Jacobus

Meaning

Supplanter; from Hebrew Yaakov, meaning one who follows at the heel.

Origin

Latin/Hebrew

Gender

Boy

First Letter

Boy Rank

#11444

Jacobus is a boy name of Latin/Hebrew origin. The name means "Supplanter; from Hebrew Yaakov, meaning one who follows at the heel." and Currently ranked #11444 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with J or explore other Latin/Hebrew names.

Popularity Over Time

1950

1960

1970

#20

1980

#25

1990

#47

2000

#18

2010

#21

2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

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Supplanter or holder of the heel, representing perseverance.

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Supplanter. Derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov, symbolizing one who follows or takes the place of another.

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Jacques

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Supplanter, one who follows

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Quick Facts

Syllables: 3
Letters: 7
Starts with: J
Origin: Latin/Hebrew