Find out how popular the last name Yakubova is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Yakubova.

Yakubova, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Yakubova surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yakubova in America

Yakubova is the 92358th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yakubova surname appeared 199 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Yakubova.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yakubova to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Yakubova

The surname Yakubova has its roots in Slavic-speaking regions, particularly in Russia, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia. The name derives from the masculine given name Yakub, which is the Slavic form of Jacob, a name of Hebrew origin meaning "supplanter" or "one who follows." The patronymic suffix -ova is common in Slavic languages, indicating "daughter of" or "family of," hence Yakubova essentially means "daughter or family of Yakub."

The earliest records of the name Yakubova can be traced back to medieval times when the naming convention of forming surnames from given names along with a suffix became popular in Slavic cultures. This was around the 14th to 16th centuries. During this period, the name may have referred to individuals or families living in regions that are part of today's Russia, Ukraine, and other parts of Eastern Europe.

Historical references to the name Yakubova can be found in various old manuscripts and church records from these areas. While specific documents akin to England’s Domesday Book are not available, local census, baptismal records, and legal documents often contained the name. An example might include a 17th-century Russian census document listing families residing in a particular village or territory.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Yakubova appears in the early 18th century. A notable individual is Maria Yakubova, born in 1715, who was recorded in church documents from Tsarist Russia. These records indicate her family's involvement in the local community, either through agriculture or small-scale trade.

In the 19th century, the name continued to gain prominence. Ekaterina Yakubova, born in 1832, became known for her contributions to local education in a small town near Moscow. She operated a school that educated many young girls, aiming to improve literacy rates in the region.

Moving into the 20th century, the name is carried by figures such as Anna Yakubova, born in 1925, who was recognized for her efforts in the Soviet resistance during World War II. She contributed significantly to the efforts against the Nazi regime and her bravery earned her several commendations posthumously.

Another prominent figure is Viktor Yakubov, whose surname follows a variant masculine form, and was born in 1940. Viktor became a notable scientist within the Soviet Union, contributing to the field of physics and playing a significant role in research projects during the space race era.

By the time of the late 20th century, Olga Yakubova, born in 1965, emerged as a renowned author and playwright in Russia. Her works often reflected the turbulent history and rich culture of her homeland, making significant impacts on modern Russian literature.

The surname Yakubova, deeply embedded in Slavic and Russian histories, mirrors the cultural, social, and political transformations of the region over centuries. It carries a heritage of resilience, intellect, and contributions to numerous fields, from education and science to literature and wartime efforts.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yakubova

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Yakubova.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Yakubova was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Yakubova has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Yakubova was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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