Yaqoob, Name Meaning in Islam

يَعْقُوب

Yaqoob

Yaqoob

Meaning

Supplanter, to follow

Origin

Arabic/Hebrew

Gender

👦 Boy

Quran Reference

2:133

Prophet Connection

Prophet Yaqub AS

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Similar Names

Muhammad, Praised oneAhmed, Most praiseworthyIbrahim, Father of nations

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Yaqoob mean in Islam?

Supplanter, to follow

Is Yaqoob mentioned in the Quran?

Yes, Yaqoob is mentioned in the Quran (2:133).

Is Yaqoob a prophet name?

Prophet Yaqub AS

What is the Arabic of Yaqoob?

The Arabic of Yaqoob is "يَعْقُوب".

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