Jacqui Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Jacqui is listed in our database as a girl name of French origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Jacqueline: Supplanter. Feminine form of Jacques (Jacob). Introduced into Britain in the 13th century”.

Jacqui Name at a Glance

Name Jacqui
Meaning Diminutive of Jacqueline: Supplanter. Feminine form of Jacques (Jacob). Introduced into Britain in the 13th century.
Origin French
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Jacqui Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Jacqui means “Diminutive of Jacqueline: Supplanter. Feminine form of Jacques (Jacob). Introduced into Britain in the 13th century”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Jacqui Name Origin

Our database records Jacqui under French origin. Browse more French baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Jacqui a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Jacqui is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Jacqui

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