Jac name popularity, meaning and origin
Name Popularity: 88%
Jac name meaning:
The name Jac is a shortened form of the name Jacob or Jacques. Jacob is a Hebrew name that means "supplanter" or "holder of the heel." In the Bible, Jacob was the son of Isaac and Rebecca, and the father of the twelve sons who became the founders of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name Jacques, on the other hand, is a French variation of Jacob.
The name Jac is often used as a standalone name in some cultures, while in others it serves as a nickname or a shortened form. It is a masculine name typically given to boys. Some parents may choose the name Jac as a way to honor their French heritage or simply because they find it appealing. The name has a strong and timeless quality, evoking a sense of strength and determination. Overall, the name Jac carries a rich history and meaning, and it can be a unique and charming choice for a boy.
Related names
Jac , Anschel, Anshel, Anshil, Ashu, Hamish , Jacalyn, Jacki, Jackie, Jackleen, Jacklynn, Jacky, Jaclyn, Jacobina, Jacqualine, Jacque, Jacqueleen, Jacquelin, Jacquelyn, Jacquelyne, Jacquelynne, Jacquetta.-Jacquet, Jacqui, Jake , Jaklyn, Jakob , Jamesina, Jameson , Jamieson, Jaquelin, Jaxine, Jayme , Jaymes, Jeb, Jem , Jemmy, Jimmie , Jock, Rachael , Yacoub , Jacca, Jago
Other boys names beginning with J
Statistics
Overall UK ranking: 551 out of 4789
70 recorded births last year
Change in rank
- 10yrs
-184 - 5yrs
-81 - 1yr
-131
- Wales (45)
Regional popularity
Ranking for this name in various UK regions
Historical popularity of Jac
The graph below shows the popularity of the boys's name Jac from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Jac in 2024