Yacoub — Name Meaning in Islam

يَعْقُوب

Yacoub

Meaning

Held by the heel

Origin

Arabic

Gender

👦 Boy

Quran Reference

6:84

Prophet Connection

Prophet Yaqub AS

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Yacoub mean in Islam?

Held by the heel

Is Yacoub mentioned in the Quran?

Yes, Yacoub is mentioned in the Quran (6:84).

Is Yacoub a prophet name?

Prophet Yaqub AS

What is the Arabic of Yacoub?

The Arabic of Yacoub is "يَعْقُوب".