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Jacobus is the Latin form of the Hebrew name Ya'aqov (Jacob). It reflects the biblical story of Jacob holding his twin brother's heel, later interpreted as one who replaces or takes the place of another.
Less common today
Jacobus isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,963 in 1997.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Dutch astronomer who studied the Milky Way
Dutch theologian and founder of Arminianism
Influential Dutch architect of the De Stijl movement
Renaissance composer of sacred music
