Jaqavious
Unique variation of the masculine name Jaqavius with unknown origins.
Name Census estimates that about 9 living Americans carry the first name Jaqavious. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jaqavious today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jaqavious births was 2004 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jaqavious. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jaqavious. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
9
~ 1 in 38,083,815 Americans
Peak year
2004
9 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2004 SSA rank
#7,801
Tracked since 2004
Popularity
Jaqavious: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaqavious by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jaqavious during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 9 | 0 | 9 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jaqavious
The given name Jaqavious is a relatively modern invention, emerging in the late 20th century. Its origins are somewhat unclear, but it appears to be a creative combination of various linguistic elements.
One potential influence could be the Arabic name Jaqub or Jacob, which means "supplanter" or "one who follows behind." This name has been popular across various cultures and religions, including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. However, the "avious" part of the name is more enigmatic and does not seem to derive from any established language or linguistic root.
Some scholars speculate that Jaqavious may have been coined by blending elements from different languages or cultures, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of the families who first adopted it. The name could be a fusion of African, Arabic, and potentially even Latin or Greek influences, reflecting the melting pot of cultures in certain regions.
In terms of historical records, there are no known references to the name Jaqavious in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or notable historical documents. This is likely due to its relatively recent emergence and unconventional construction.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Jaqavious are typically found in birth records and official documents from the late 20th century onwards, primarily in certain regions of the United States. However, due to the lack of extensive historical data, it is challenging to pinpoint the precise origin or initial popularization of the name.
While the name Jaqavious is not particularly common, there have been a few notable individuals who have carried this moniker:
1. Jaqavious Burnette (born 1992), an American professional basketball player who played for the University of Tennessee.
2. Jaqavious Matthews (born 1997), an American football player who played for the University of Memphis.
3. Jaqavious Daniels (born 1995), an American basketball player who played for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.
4. Jaqavious Smalls (born 1999), an American football player who played for the University of South Carolina.
5. Jaqavious Williams (born 1998), an American football player who played for the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
It is important to note that the name Jaqavious is a relatively recent addition to the lexicon of given names, and its historical roots and cultural significance are still evolving. As with many modern names, its popularity and usage may continue to fluctuate over time, reflecting the ever-changing cultural landscape.
People
Jaqavious + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jaqavious as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jaqavious: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jaqavious?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 9 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jaqavious going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 38,083,815 US residents.
Is Jaqavious a common name?
We classify Jaqavious as "Very Rare". It ranks above 25.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 9 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jaqavious most popular?
The single biggest year for Jaqavious was 2004, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jaqavious is about 22 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jaqavious in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jaqavious a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jaqavious in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Jaqavious still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jaqavious in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jaqavious can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Jaqavious?
See how many people share the name Jaqavious on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.