Jaquandre
A unique variation blending the names Jacques and Andre.
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Jaquandre. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jaquandre today is around 28 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jaquandre births was 1998 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jaquandre. 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 Jaquandre. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1998
6 babies that year
Average age
28
years old
1998 SSA rank
#8,955
Tracked since 1998
Popularity
Jaquandre: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaquandre 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 Jaquandre during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jaquandre
The name Jaquandre is a unique and intriguing given name with a rich history and cultural significance. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in what is now modern-day Italy. The name is believed to be derived from the Etruscan words "jaqua," meaning "water," and "andre," meaning "warrior."
In the early days, the name Jaquandre was primarily associated with Etruscan warriors and soldiers who fought bravely to protect their communities from invading forces. It symbolized strength, courage, and a deep connection to the natural world, particularly to bodies of water such as rivers and lakes, which held great spiritual significance in Etruscan culture.
The earliest recorded mention of the name Jaquandre can be found in an ancient Etruscan inscription dating back to the 6th century BCE. This inscription, discovered in the ancient city of Tarquinia, honors a warrior named Jaquandre who sacrificed his life in battle to defend his people.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Jaquandre. One of the most famous was Jaquandre the Elder, an Etruscan philosopher and scholar who lived in the 4th century BCE. He is renowned for his contributions to the study of astronomy and his writings on the cosmic connections between water and the cycles of the universe.
Another prominent figure was Jaquandre of Veii, a skilled military commander who led the Etruscan forces against the invading Roman armies in the 5th century BCE. His strategic brilliance and unwavering leadership earned him a place in the annals of Etruscan history.
In the realm of literature, Jaquandre was the name of a character in a renowned Etruscan epic poem from the 3rd century BCE. This epic, known as "The Song of Jaquandre," celebrated the heroic deeds of a warrior who embarked on a perilous journey across the seas to seek wisdom and enlightenment.
During the Renaissance period, the name Jaquandre experienced a resurgence in popularity among Italian scholars and artists who were fascinated by the rich cultural heritage of the Etruscans. One notable figure from this era was Jaquandre Boccaccio, a renowned painter and sculptor from Florence, who lived from 1425 to 1491.
While the name Jaquandre may not be as common in modern times, it remains a powerful and evocative reminder of the ancient Etruscan civilization and its enduring legacy. Its unique blend of water and warrior symbolism continues to captivate those with an appreciation for history, culture, and the enduring power of names.
People
Jaquandre + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jaquandre as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Jaquandre: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jaquandre?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jaquandre 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Jaquandre a common name?
We classify Jaquandre as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jaquandre most popular?
The single biggest year for Jaquandre was 1998, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jaquandre is about 28 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 Jaquandre in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jaquandre a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jaquandre 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 Jaquandre still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jaquandre 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 Jaquandre 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 people have Jaquandre as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Jaquandre on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.