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Current rank (2025)#3089
Babies named Yaqub in 202539
Total recorded642
Peak year2019 (51 babies)
Highest rank ever#2574
Years in records2000–2025 (26 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 615 spots

Frequently asked about Yaqub

What does the name Yaqub mean?
Yaqub means “Contemporary name” from Modern American roots.
What is the origin of the name Yaqub?
Yaqub has Modern American origin. The traditional meaning is “Contemporary name”.
How popular is Yaqub?
Yaqub ranked #3089 in 2025 — given to 39 babies that year.
When was Yaqub most popular?
Yaqub peaked in 2019 with 51 babies registered that year.
Is Yaqub a boy or girl name?
Yaqub is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Yaqubs in registered births are male.
Is the name Yaqub rising or falling in popularity?
Yaqub has risen 615 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3704 in 2020 to #3089 in 2025.
How long has Yaqub been recorded?
Yaqub appears in birth records across 26 years — from 2000 through 2025.

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