Jakub
/ˈja.kup/masculine
Jakub is the Polish equivalent of the male given name Jacob.
Jakub is the standard masculine form of the name.
Meaning: male given name (the standard form) (name)
Which one should you use?
While Jakub is the standard form, Kuba is a popular informal nickname and Kubuś is a diminutive of Kuba used as an endearing nickname.
How does it change in a sentence?
The name changes depending on its role in a sentence. To express possession, such as 'Jacob's book', use the genitive form Jakuba. When calling out to someone named Jakub, use the vocative form Jakubie.
How do you pronounce it?
The name has two syllables with the stress on the first syllable: /ˈja.kup/.
Did you know?
- The name Jakub is an etymological relative of the word 'jacuzzi'.
- While Jakub is the formal version, using the diminutive Kubuś is so common that it is also the Polish name for the character 'Winnie the Pooh'.
- In Polish culture, using the diminutive Kubuś for an adult man can be seen as overly affectionate or even patronizing depending on the relationship.
Examples in context
- Jakub kupił przyjacielowi prezent.Jacob bought a present for his friend.This sentence shows the use of Jakub in a sentence.Tatoeba #2734114 by Martka, translation #13233546 by araneo
- Hej, co u Ciebie słychać, Kuba?Hey, how are you doing, Kuba?
- Jakub jest moim bratem.Jakub is my brother.
- Czy Jakub idzie na imprezę?Is Jakub going to the party?
Example conversation
Agnieszka and Krzysztof are talking about a mutual friend.
- AgnieszkaGdzie teraz jest Jakub?Where is Jakub now?
- KrzysztofMyślę, że jest w pracy.I think he is at work.
- AgnieszkaMuszę mu coś oddać.I have to return something to him.
- KrzysztofZadzwoń do niego później.Call him later.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “jacob” translations and entries Jakub, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Jakub, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
