Jaquez
Jaquez is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Supplanter or one who follows.
Origin and history
Jaquez is a modern American name variant derived from the French name Jacques, which ultimately stems from the Hebrew Jacob. It reflects a blend of traditional European origins with contemporary naming patterns in the United States. While relatively uncommon, it maintains a steady presence as a male given name.
Popularity in the United States
2,160 babies in the United States have been named Jaquez since 1880. It ranks #2778 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1816.
States where it is most popular
- GA (29.7 %)
- FL (25.1 %)
- NC (16.7 %)
- SC (12.9 %)
- AL (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 30 |
| 1990-2000 | 570 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,096 |
| 2010-2019 | 353 |
| 2020-2029 | 111 |
Famous people named Jaquez
- Jaquez Green: American football player
Fun facts
- Jaquez evolved as a modern phonetic variation of the French name Jacques.
- Over 2,000 boys have been given the first name Jaquez in the United States since 1880.