Jacobo
/xaˈkobo/masculine
The English name Jacob is translated into Spanish as Jacobo. Wiktionary also lists Santiago and Yago.
Meaning: male given name (the standard form) (name)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Jacobo | /xaˈkobo/ | masculine |
| Santiago | /sanˈtjaɡo/ | |
| Yago | /ˈʝaɡo/ | masculine |
| Diego | /ˈdjeɡo/ | masculine |
The English name Jacob corresponds to several different Spanish forms, such as Jacobo, Yago, Santiago and Diego, which are all etymologically related.
Which one should you use?
Spanish uses several different etymologically related forms such as Yago, Santiago and Diego to express the name.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Across various Latin American countries, the name Jacob is sometimes translated to Santiago.
How do you pronounce it?
/xaˈkobo/
When do people say it?
Santiago is the most common form used in religious and cultural contexts, particularly referring to Saint James (Santiago Matamoros).
Did you know?
- The name Santiago is derived from the Latin Sānctus Iācōbus, which blends a title of holiness with the name itself.
Examples in context
- El nombre de mi hijo es Jacobo.My son's name is Jacobo.
- Jacobo es un hombre muy amable.Jacobo is a very kind man.
- ¿Conoces a Jacobo?Do you know Jacobo?
Example conversation
María and Mateo are talking about a mutual friend at a cafe.
- María¿Has visto a Jacobo hoy?Have you seen Jacobo today?
- MateoNo, no he visto a Jacobo.No, I haven't seen Jacobo.
- MaríaÉl me llamó esta mañana.He called me this morning.
- MateoTal vez Jacobo esté en casa.Maybe Jacobo is at home.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “jacob” translations and entries Jacobo, Santiago, Yago, Diego, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Diego, Jacobo, Santiago, Yago, CC BY-SA 4.0.
