About Yacoub
The surname Yacoub is of Arabic origin and is derived from the personal name Yaqub, which is the Arabic form of Jacob. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it is based on the name of the father or ancestor. The name Yacoub signifies "one who supplants" or "one who follows." It is a common surname among Arabic-speaking populations and is found in various countries across the Middle East and North Africa.
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The surname Yacoub is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Yacoub based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Yacoub in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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