NAME PROFILE
Jacques
Jacques is a classic French name meaning 'supplanter,' derived from the Hebrew name Jacob. The name carries a sense of strength and tradition, often evoking images of creativity, passion, and a connection to French heritage.
Key Stats
| Total births | 9,977 |
| Gender | Male (54% / 46%) |
| Peak year | 1969 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | French |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 28%CA — 21%LA — 20%FL — 16%IL — 15%
Notable People
Jacques Cousteau (Oceanographer and Filmmaker) · Jacques Derrida (Philosopher, Founder of Deconstruction) · Jacques-Louis David (Neoclassical Painter) · Jacques Brel (Singer-Songwriter) · Jacques Monod (Biologist, Nobel Prize Winner)
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