Jaap

Jaap is a common if not exactly fashionable first name for boys' in The Netherlands. For more on Dutch names and their pronunciation, check out this specialty website: http://www.heardutchhere.net/names.html

Gender

Boy

Origin

Dutch variation of Jacob and James

Numerology

J is for jewel, the sparkle in your eye.

A is for affirm, the certainty of knowledge.

A is for acquaintance, the many friends you know.

P is for patience, the best of you!

Lucky

Jaap lucky number is 1.

1 symbolizes a pioneering spirit, independent nature, and innate leadership capabilities. On a bad day, 1 can be a bit bossy or boastful, hiding any insecurities behind over-developed self-importance. 1 must remember that although it is first, it can very quickly become the loneliest number. Even the most autonomous 1s need the support of their friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Jaap

• Jakob "Jaap" Stam Dutch football manager
• Jakob Gijsbert "Jaap" de Hoop Scheffer Dutch politician and NATO secretary
• Jaap Siewertsz van Reesema Dutch pop singer
• Jaap van Zweden Dutch conductor
• Jacob Albertus "Jaap" Marais South African politician