Find out how popular the first name Jacquees has been for the last 9 years (from 2015 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jacquees by gender

Based on the last 9 years of data, Jacquees is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 10 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jacquees.

The history of the first name Jacquees

Jacquees is a masculine given name with roots in the French language. It is a variant spelling of the name Jacques, which is derived from the Late Latin name Jacobus, and ultimately from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov, meaning "supplanter" or "one who follows".

The name Jacques first emerged in France during the Middle Ages, around the 12th century. It was a popular name among the French nobility and was also used by commoners. The variant spelling Jacquees likely arose as a regional or dialectal variation of the name.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jacquees can be found in the French historical records of the 13th century, where it appears as the name of a minor nobleman from the region of Burgundy. However, the name did not gain widespread popularity until much later.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Jacquees. One of the most famous was Jacquees Cartier (1491-1557), a French explorer who is best known for his voyages to the Gulf of St. Lawrence and for claiming what is now Canada for France.

Another prominent figure was Jacquees Cousteau (1910-1997), a French naval officer, explorer, conservationist, and filmmaker who is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of underwater exploration and documentary filmmaking.

In the realm of literature, Jacquees Prévert (1900-1977) was a French poet and screenwriter who is celebrated for his innovative use of language and his influence on the surrealist movement.

In the world of sports, Jacquees Anquetil (1934-1987) was a French professional cyclist who won the Tour de France five times, a record that stood for nearly four decades.

Lastly, Jacquees Derrida (1930-2004) was a renowned French philosopher and a leading figure in the development of deconstructionism, a movement that challenged traditional concepts of meaning and interpretation in literature and philosophy.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who bore the name Jacquees throughout history, highlighting its rich cultural heritage and diverse applications across various fields.

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