Jacque Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzhahk / /ʒɑk/French; Hebrew
Meaning
French: supplanter; Hebrew: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Jacque is a French variant of the name Jacob, which has biblical origins. The name has been used in various cultures, often associated with the idea of one who supplants or follows. In France, it has been a popular name since the Middle Ages and has various forms in different languages. The name has also been used in literature and art, contributing to its cultural significance.
Trend Summary
The name Jacque has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jacques
- Jack
International Variants
- Jacques (French)
- Giacomo (Italian)
- Diego (Spanish)
- Jakob (German)
Famous people named Jacque
Jacque Fresco was an American futurist and social engineer known for his work on sustainable cities and resource-based economies.
Jacque Derrida was a French philosopher best known for developing the concept of deconstruction.
Jacque Wilson is a notable American journalist recognized for his contributions to various news outlets.
Jacque L. D. was a prominent American artist whose works have been displayed in galleries across the country.
Fictional characters named Jacque
Jacque is a character in the animated series 'The Little Mermaid', serving as a loyal companion to the protagonist.
Jacque is a character in the video game series 'Final Fantasy', known for his role as a skilled warrior.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jacque was first seen in the United States in 1912. Jacque has ranked as high as #1066 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in Louisiana, California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Jacque has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jacque (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 20 |
| 1923 | 21 |
| 1924 | 26 |
| 1925 | 33 |
| 1926 | 30 |
| 1927 | 28 |
| 1928 | 24 |
| 1929 | 21 |
| 1930 | 21 |
| 1931 | 23 |
| 1932 | 21 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 17 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 18 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 20 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 19 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 18 |
| 1951 | 22 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 21 |
| 1954 | 26 |
| 1955 | 21 |
| 1956 | 25 |
| 1957 | 24 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 39 |
| 1960 | 26 |
| 1961 | 34 |
| 1962 | 26 |
| 1963 | 30 |
| 1964 | 26 |
| 1965 | 29 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 32 |
| 1968 | 35 |
| 1969 | 35 |
| 1970 | 36 |
| 1971 | 56 |
| 1972 | 30 |
| 1973 | 29 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 26 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1978 | 30 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 34 |
| 1981 | 42 |
| 1982 | 44 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 36 |
| 1985 | 37 |
| 1986 | 40 |
| 1987 | 33 |
| 1988 | 37 |
| 1989 | 29 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 10 |