Jeppe

Jeppe is a Danish short form of the biblical name Jakob, which is also known as Jacob in Denmark.

What does the name Jeppe mean?

Jeppe is derived from the biblical designation Jakob, which is commonly used in Denmark as Jacob. The name has its origin in the Hebrew Jaʿakow (יַעֲקֹב). The exact meaning is not definitively clarified, but it can be interpreted as 'God may protect' or 'the heel holder'. More information can be found on the name page for Jakob. Jeppe is a very popular boy's name in Denmark and also appears occasionally in Northern Germany. Another common short form of Jakob in Danish is Ib.

Where does the name Jeppe come from?

The first name Jeppe originates as a Danish variant of Jakob from the Hebrew name Jaʿakow (יַעֲקֹב). In Old Hebrew, this name could be understood as a complete sentence 'God protects' or 'God may protect'. Etymologically, it is also associated with the Hebrew word 'akow' for 'to hold the heel', which refers to 'akev' for 'heel'.

How do you pronounce Jeppe?

The pronunciation of Jeppe is two syllables and has a gentle rhythm. The name is usually pronounced as 'Jep-pe' [ˈjɛpə]. It begins with an open E sound, which conveys a friendly impression. The doubling of the letter p emphasizes the middle of the name, while the ending '-e' creates a soft closure. Jeppe radiates Nordic accessibility and has a clear structure as well as a harmonious presence.

When is the name day of Jeppe?

The most significant name days for Jeppe are May 3 (James the Less), July 25 (James the Greater), and October 6 (Patriarch Jacob).

Popularity

In Germany, Jeppe enjoys great popularity as a first name. Currently, it ranks 649th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2023 at 642nd. Over the last ten years, Jeppe has been given as a first name around 620 times, placing it 763rd in the corresponding ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 860th.

Nicknames & pet names

Jep / Pepe / Yeppchen

Famous people

• Jeppe Aakjaer (Danish poet)
• Jeppe Andersen (Danish football player)
• Jeppe Boje Nielsen (swimmer from Denmark)
• Jeppe Brandrup (Danish footballer)
• Jeppe Breum Laursen (Danish singer-songwriter)
• Jeppe Brinch (Danish footballer)
• Jeppe Bruun Wahlstrom (rapper from Denmark)
• Jeppe Curth (Danish footballer)
• Jeppe Hein (Danish artist)
• Jeppe Huldahl (American golfer)
• Jeppe Illum (footballer from Denmark)
• Jeppe Jensen (writer from Denmark)
• Jeppe Kaas (composer from Denmark)
• Jeppe Laursen (Danish musician)
• Jeppe Ludvigsen (badminton player from Denmark)
• Jeppe Lund Curth (Danish football player)
• Jeppe Mehl (Danish football player)
• Jeppe Moulijn (conductor from the Netherlands)
• Jeppe Normann (Norwegian fencer)
• Jeppe Riddervold (composer from Denmark)