About Yakoub
The surname Yakoub is of Arabic origin and is derived from the personal name "Ya'qub," which is the Arabic form of the biblical name Jacob. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it is based on the name of an ancestor or father. The name Yakoub signifies "supplanter" or "one who follows," and it is a common surname among Arabic-speaking populations.
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