Jacobus

Jacobus is a male first name, a variant of Jacob, Jack, and James. It is also an original name. The meaning of Jacobus is 'supplanter'. Jacobus is Jacob's Latin variant, also used by Afrikans and Dutch. This name originates from the ancient Latin word Iacobus, which comes from the Greek word Jakobos, and it means 'leg-puller', 'heel-grabber', or 'substitute'. Jacob originates from the Hebrew root Yakov, which can be translated as 'to follow' or 'to be behind'. This refers to the events surrounding Jacob's birth, in which he was grasping the heel of his elder twin brother Esau. According to the Hebrew Bible, the Quran, the Talmud, and the New Testament, Jacob was the third king of the Hebrew clan with whom God made a vow. Jacob was also the forefather of the tribes of Israel, which were named after his heirs. Jacob is also described as the progenitor of the twelve tribes of Israel. Tim Jacobus, Russell Jacobus, and Jacobus Johannes Sieberhagen are just a few well-known individuals with the name Jacobus.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

supplanter

Origin

Latin and Dutch

Numerology

J is for jolly, the fun side!

A is for absolute, for you know your mind.

C is for cuddle, those intimate moments you cherish.

O is for old fashioned, you cherish the past.

B is for brilliance, your vivacity for life.

U is for upstanding, your inner-self.

S is for success, in all you will do.

Lucky

Jacobus lucky number is 8.

8 is all about abundance. Within numerology, this number is linked to material wealth and financial success. Ambitious and goal-oriented, 8 can effortlessly assume leadership positions through its natural magnetism. 8 applies big-picture thinking to broaden its scope, racing up the top of any ladder to reach extraordinary heights.

Famous People Named Jacobus

• Jacobus Johannes "Jaap" Eden Dutch athlete