Jako - Name meaning, Popularity, Personality, and More

Jako name Meaning and Dictionary

Name

Jako

Name Meaning

"Jako" This name derives from the Late Latin “Iacobus,” from the Ancient Greek “Iákōbos (Ἰάκωβος),” meaning “supplanter, held by the heel, heel-grabber, leg-puller.” In turn, the name derives from the Hebrew root “ʿqb > Yaʿakov,” meaning “to follow, to be behind,” and it referred to the circumstances of Jacob’s birth when he held on to the heel (Hebrew: ʿaqeb) of his older twin brother Esau. As described in the Hebrew Bible, Jacob, the Talmud, the New Testament, the Koran, and the scriptures of Baha’i as the third patriarch of the Jewish people with whom God made a covenant and ancestor of the tribes of Israel, who took their names from his descendants. In the Hebrew Bible, Jacob is Isaac and Rebecca’s son, and grandson of Abraham, Sarah, and Bethuel. Jacob is honored as a prophet of Islam; in fact, the name is commonly used as a baptismal name in Arabic and Muslim societies.

Definition

A German sportswear company founded in 1989 and also sponsors sports kits like football, handball, etc.

Pronunciations

jako

Syllable

Jako Syllable count: There are 2 syllables in the name Jako

Sentences

Joey De Leon greets grandson Jakob Ethan on his first birthday
Zycie Jako Smiertelna Choroba Przenoszona Droga Plciowa - Full Cast & Crew

Jako Overview and Analysis

Jako Gender statistics

The name Jako is typically used for Boys. Its a Masculine name with clear gender identification.

Popularity of the name Jako

The name Jako is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 90,165th most popular name in the Namedary database.

Country-Specific Popularity and Ranking of the Name Emma
Country	In-Country Rank	Population Share
United Kingdom	60,345	0%
United States	74,955	0%
Australia	82,631	0%
New Zealand	95,506	0%
Canada	133,484	0%

Where to find Jako?

The name Jako is predominantly found in United Kingdom (UK), particularly in the state of South Carolina (SC), where it constitutes 0% of the total population.

Jako Usage Trend Over Time

In recent years, the trend of using the name Jako has been static and not widely adopted when choosing names for babies. The name Jako was most used in 2016 with a usage rate of 100%. It was least used in 2016 with a usage rate of 100%.

To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.
The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.

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Names with a Similar Sound to Jako

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Origin and History of the name Jako

This name derives from the Late Latin “Iacobus”, from the Ancient Greek “Iákōbos (Ἰάκωβος)”, meaning “supplanter, held by the heel, heel-grabber, leg-puller”.

In turn, the name derives from the Hebrew root “ʿqb > Yaʿakov”, meaning “to follow, to be behind”, and it referred to the circumstances of Jacob’s birth when he held on to the heel (Hebrew: ʿaqeb) of his older twin brother Esau.

As described in the Hebrew Bible, Jacob, the Talmud, the New Testament, the Koran, and the scriptures of Baha’i as the third patriarch of the Jewish people with whom God made a covenant and ancestor of the tribes of Israel, who took their names from his descendants.

In the Hebrew Bible, Jacob is Isaac and Rebecca’s son, and grandson of Abraham, Sarah, and Bethuel.

Jacob is honored as a prophet of Islam; in fact, the name is commonly used as a baptismal name in Arabic and Muslim societies.

Jako in Chinese

Translation: 亚科
Pronunce: (PinYin) : yà kē

Jako in Numerology

Jako: Name to Numerology Conversion
J	A	K	O
	1		6
1		2

Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):

Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 7
Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 3
Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 1

Conclusions about the name Jako

Should you named your son Jako?

According to the gender statistics, the name Jako is strongly associated with boys. This is because the name Jako is most commonly given to boys. As a result, people will generally assume that a baby named Jako is a boy.

Jako is a gender-appropriate name for a son. However, it is not a gender-appropriate name for a daughter.

Is Jako a good name?

The name Jako strike a harmonious balance between being easy to pronounce and possessing a touch of personality. The name Jako offer a pleasing cadence and a hint of individuality, making them a popular choice for parents.

What are the Pros and Cons of the name Jako?

Pros of the name Jako:

Uniqueness: Your child will probably be the only one or one of a few people with their name, which can make them feel special and unique.
Potential for creativity: You have the freedom to choose a name that is truly unique and reflects your child's personality.
May not become dated: If Jako has not changed in popularity for a long time, it is unlikely to go out of style.

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child Jako is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.