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Jacoba First Name Meaning

Jacoba is a female name of Hebrew origin, meaning "Feminine Form Of Jacob." It is a given name that serves as the female version of Jacob. In everyday usage, individuals may opt for shortened or more contemporary variations like Coba, Cobi, Cobie, Coby, Coosje, Cootje, Jackie, and Jacqueline. Notable individuals bearing the name include historical figures from the Middle Ages such as Jacoba of Settesoli, Jacoba of Beieren, and Jacoba of Loon-Heinsberg, as well as modern personalities like Jacoba M.J. "Coby" van Baalen, Jacoba van Heemskerck, and Jacoba F.M. "Cobie" Smulders. This name has a rich historical and cultural significance, with various accomplished women across different fields bearing the name Jacoba.

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How popular Jacoba first name? (2000 - Now)

Historical popularity of Jacoba first name (1880 - Now)

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Famous people with Jacoba first name

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Jacoba van den Brande

Jacoba van den Brande (1735-1794) was a prominent Dutch cultural figure and the founding chairman of the Physics Society of Women in Middelburg. Born in Middelburg, the Netherlands, to Johan Pieter van den Brande and Mary Heron Berg, both from influential Zeeland families, she married Johan Adriaen van de Perre in 1760. Her husband, a member of the States-General, was a benefactor of various academies and societies, and Jacoba herself was known for her philanthropy. She gained recognition as the founder and first chairperson of the Physics/Natural History Society of Women in Middelburg in 1785, which was the first all-female science academy in the world. Her contributions to the scientific community were significant, and she passed away in Middelburg at the age of 59. Jacoba van den Brande's legacy continues to inspire and pave the way for women in the field of science.SEO Keywords: Jacoba van den Brande, Dutch culture personality, Physics Society of Women, Middelburg, female science academy, philanthropy, Zeeland families.

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