Yaqub

Yaqub is a British surname with its origin rooted in Middle Eastern and Arabic heritage. The name Yaqub is derived from the Arabic name "Ya'qub," which is the Arabic form of the Biblical name Jacob.

Those bearing the surname Yaqub in Britain today are often descendants of individuals who immigrated to the United Kingdom from countries with large Arabic-speaking populations, such as Iraq, Syria, or Palestine. The surname Yaqub may also be found among British families with mixed heritage or those who have embraced Arab culture.

The presence of the Yaqub surname in Britain is a testament to the multicultural fabric of the country and the diverse migration patterns that have shaped the nation over the years.

Individuals with the surname Yaqub have contributed to various aspects of British society, including academia, business, the arts, and politics. The Yaqub surname serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of backgrounds and influences that make up modern British identity.

There are approximately 1,240 people named Yaqub in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,257th most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named Yaqub.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Asif
  • Ayub
  • Imran
  • Khalid
  • Mohammad
  • Mohammed
  • Muhammad
  • Muhammed
  • Omar
  • Sarfraz
  • Shahid
  • Tariq
  • Waseem

Female

  • Mariam
  • Nazia
  • Noreen
  • Nosheen
  • Rajia
  • Rehana
  • Samina
  • Shamim
  • Shazia
  • Sobia
  • Yasmin
  • Zainab

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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