Jakub
Boy name · 543 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Jakub: 543 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 48 births in 2013.
Jakub is the Scottish and Czech form of Jacob, ultimately from the Hebrew Ya'aqov, traditionally meaning 'holder of the heel' or 'supplanter', drawn from the biblical story of Jacob being born grasping his twin brother Esau's heel. The name is borne most famously by Jakub Hluský, the Slovakian footballer known for his dynamic midfield play at Brøndby and with the Slovak national team. Geographically, the name's roots connect to Saint James, which has given its name to countless places worldwide, from Santiago in Chile to the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route. A notable variant is the Scottish Gaelic Seumas, which shares the same etymological foundation and remains a popular choice for boys across Scotland today.
Boy 20 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 201348 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #4956 babies
- Total births
- 543since 2006
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 63%vs prior 5y