Jaques Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzhahk / /ʒɑk/French; Latin
Meaning
French: Supplanter; Latin: To follow
Historical & Cultural Background
Jaques is a French variant of the name Jacob, which has biblical origins. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, often associated with notable historical figures. In French culture, it has been a popular name since the Middle Ages and is often linked to nobility and literature.
Trend Summary
Jaques has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in French-speaking communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jacques
- Jack
International Variants
- Giacomo (Italian)
- Diego (Spanish)
- Jakob (German)
- Iago (Spanish)
Famous people named Jaques
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Fictional characters named Jaques
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jaques was first seen in the United States in 1977. Jaques has ranked as high as #1271 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Jaques has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jaques (2006)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |