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Jacque

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Jacque is a unisex name of French origin, meaning “Jacque is a variant spelling of Jacques, the French form of the name James. James is derived from the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning "supplanter."”, and peaked in popularity in 1950.

Letters6
Syllables1
OriginFrench

What Jacque Means

Jacque is a variant spelling of Jacques, the French form of the name James. James is derived from the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning "supplanter."

The Story of Jacque

This name, a crisp French inflection of a classic, carries a pragmatic charm that was always waiting for your child.

Jacque, a direct and elegant variant spelling of Jacques, is the French form of James, itself derived from the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning 'supplanter.' This name has a long and storied lineage, traveling from ancient biblical times through French nobility and into modern usage, embodying a spirit of both ambition and grounded practicality.

Whispering 'Jacque' feels like a confident handshake, a sound that is both approachable and capable. It is the name you will use when you want to convey a sense of grounded ambition, the steady presence you anticipate in your child. Writing it on a school form or a holiday card will feel solid and true.

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Gender Split

Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

  • Jacque Fresco

    American futurist and social engineer

Personality Traits

AmbitiousPracticalAnalyticalCharming

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Peak Year

#254 in 1950

Total Births

7,303

First Recorded

1912

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