Iakovos

Boy

Meaning of Iakovos: Greek: 'supplanter'

Iakovos is a boy's name most strongly associated with Greek naming. It has 7 letters and 3 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice and 5119th in England & Wales.

US rank 2025

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Not in the US top list

England & Wales 2024

#5119

3 babies in 2024

US babies since 1880

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Trend

stable

Style: rare

Iakovos doesn't appear in US records (fewer than five babies a year), which makes it a truly distinctive choice.

Gender split

100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.

Origins & cultures

Greek

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