Jaci Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAY-see / /ˈdʒeɪ.si/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Jacqueline; Hebrew: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Jaci is often considered a modern diminutive of the name Jacqueline, which has French origins. The name Jacqueline gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century. Jaci has emerged as a standalone name, appealing for its simplicity and contemporary feel. It is sometimes used in various cultures as a feminine name.
Trend Summary
Jaci has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jacey
- Jacie
- Jacy
International Variants
- Jacqueline (French)
- Jacinta (Spanish)
Famous people named Jaci
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Fictional characters named Jaci
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jaci was first seen in the United States in 1934. Jaci has ranked as high as #1129 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in Texas, Oklahoma, Georgia, Arkansas, and Iowa. In the past 5 years the name Jaci has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jaci (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 8 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 25 |
| 1957 | 45 |
| 1958 | 33 |
| 1959 | 27 |
| 1960 | 25 |
| 1961 | 27 |
| 1962 | 28 |
| 1963 | 32 |
| 1964 | 23 |
| 1965 | 24 |
| 1966 | 27 |
| 1967 | 19 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 21 |
| 1970 | 26 |
| 1971 | 28 |
| 1972 | 25 |
| 1973 | 34 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 22 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1977 | 35 |
| 1978 | 37 |
| 1979 | 30 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 55 |
| 1982 | 42 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 32 |
| 1985 | 35 |
| 1986 | 41 |
| 1987 | 45 |
| 1988 | 46 |
| 1989 | 46 |
| 1990 | 53 |
| 1991 | 78 |
| 1992 | 84 |
| 1993 | 86 |
| 1994 | 70 |
| 1995 | 83 |
| 1996 | 89 |
| 1997 | 108 |
| 1998 | 121 |
| 1999 | 149 |
| 2000 | 135 |
| 2001 | 148 |
| 2002 | 156 |
| 2003 | 172 |
| 2004 | 210 |
| 2005 | 221 |
| 2006 | 198 |
| 2007 | 183 |
| 2008 | 134 |
| 2009 | 146 |
| 2010 | 123 |
| 2011 | 142 |
| 2012 | 117 |
| 2013 | 109 |
| 2014 | 115 |
| 2015 | 96 |
| 2016 | 89 |
| 2017 | 78 |
| 2018 | 83 |
| 2019 | 81 |
| 2020 | 71 |
| 2021 | 62 |
| 2022 | 66 |
| 2023 | 63 |
| 2024 | 50 |