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Jaques

zhahk

Letters

6

Syllables

1

Origin

French

Total Births

306

Peak Year

#28 in 2001

First Recorded

1977

Style

Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A French form of 'Jacob', derived from the Hebrew name 'Yaakov', meaning 'supplanter' or 'he who supplants'.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Jacques Cousteau

    Famous French oceanographer and filmmaker.

  • Jacques Chirac

    Former President of France.

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Personality Traits

CharmingIntelligentWittySophisticatedAdventurous

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