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Jekabs — Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Jekabs is a boy's name of Latvian, Hebrew, Biblical origin. Jēkabs is a Latvian form of the name Jacob, which is of Hebrew origin. It means 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel'.

Jekabs

Letter: J
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Meaning of Jekabs:

Jēkabs is a Latvian form of the name Jacob, which is of Hebrew origin. It means 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel'. The name Jēkabs is a strong and timeless name with biblical roots. It has a sense of tradition and perseverance.

  • Gender: Boy
  • Origin: Latvian, Hebrew, Biblical

Origin:

Latvian , Hebrew , Biblical

Similar Names:

Jacobs , Jaekob , Jakab , Jeiks , Jeka , Jekai , Jekia , Jelka , Jeska , Jikabs

More names starting with J:

J.J. , Ja , Jaabir , Jaad , Jaada , Jaade , Jaaden , Jaafar , Jaafaryah , Jaagup , Jaah , Jaair

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What does the name Jekabs mean?

Jēkabs is a Latvian form of the name Jacob, which is of Hebrew origin. It means 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel'. The name Jēkabs is a strong and timeless name with biblical roots. It has a sense of tradition and perseverance.

What is the origin of the name Jekabs?

Jekabs is a boy's name of Latvian, Hebrew, Biblical origin.

Is Jekabs a boy or girl name?

Jekabs is commonly used as a boy's name.

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