JACOBI
Jacobi
Jacobi is a British surname of German origin, derived from the given name "Jacob". It is a patronymic surname, meaning "son of Jacob".
The earliest records of the surname Jacobi date back to the medieval period in England, with variations such as "Jakob" and "Jacobus" being used. Over time, the spelling evolved to the modern form of "Jacobi".
The name Jacobi has been borne by notable individuals in British history, including scholars, artists, and entrepreneurs. One prominent figure with the surname Jacobi is Frederick Jacobi, a British composer known for his orchestral and chamber music compositions.
Today, the surname Jacobi is found among diverse communities across the United Kingdom and continues to be a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 182 people named Jacobi in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Jacobi.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- Christopher
- David
- Jonathan
- Justin
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Said
- Stephen
Female
- Dorothy
- Georgina
- Iris
- Janet
- Jennifer
- Jenny
- Joan
- Kirsten
- Lisa
- Maria
- Mary
- Rose
- Sharon
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.