Jaquita Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationha-KEE-tah / hɑːˈkiːtəSpanish; African
Meaning
Spanish: little Jacqueline; African: a form of the name Jaquira
Historical & Cultural Background
Jaquita is a feminine name that has roots in both Spanish and African cultures. In Spanish, it is often considered a diminutive form of Jacqueline. The name has gained some popularity in various communities, particularly among those with Hispanic heritage.
Trend Summary
Jaquita is a less common name in the United States, with limited popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jaquitta
- Jaquita
International Variants
- Jacqueline (French)
- Jaquira (Spanish)
Famous people named Jaquita
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Fictional characters named Jaquita
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jaquita was first seen in the United States in 1939. Jaquita has ranked as high as #1105 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Jaquita has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jaquita (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 23 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 31 |
| 1985 | 31 |
| 1986 | 45 |
| 1987 | 46 |
| 1988 | 27 |
| 1989 | 36 |
| 1990 | 32 |
| 1991 | 34 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 2000 | 9 |