Jarquis Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAR-kiss / /ˈdʒɑːr.kɪs/American; African American
Meaning
American: Variant of Marquis; African American: Nobleman
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jarquis is a modern American name that likely emerged in the late 20th century. It is often associated with African American culture and may reflect a trend of creating unique names. The name is a variant of Marquis, which has historical ties to nobility in French culture. Jarquis has gained some popularity in certain communities but remains relatively uncommon overall.
Trend Summary
The name Jarquis has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jarquise
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jarquis was first seen in the United States in 1991. Jarquis has ranked as high as #1248 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jarquis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jarquis
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |