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Name Origin

Jakub is a Czech, Polish, and Slovak masculine given name, a variant of the Hebrew name Jacob meaning 'he grasps the heel' or 'supplanter'. It refers to the biblical patriarch who wrestled with God.

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Famous People

Jakub Rzezniczak (1986-)

Footballer

  • Polish international footballer
  • Played for clubs like Lech Poznań and Hull City

Jakub Vrana (1996-)

Ice hockey player

  • Plays in the National Hockey League (NHL)
  • Czech international

Jakub Błaszczykowski (1985-)

Footballer

  • Polish international footballer
  • Played for clubs like Borussia Dortmund and Wolfsburg