Jac: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ahc
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: Supplanter or holder of the heel

The name Jac is a variant of Jack, derived from the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning supplanter or holder of the heel. It also has connections to the French name Jacques, meaning God is gracious. Originally, Jac is a variant of Jack, which is derived from Jac, a variant of John, but it has evolved into a standalone name with its own unique history and cultural significance. Over time, the use of Jac has become more widespread, particularly in English-speaking countries, where it is often chosen for its simplicity and powerful meaning.

Jac Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jac is currently #16079 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Jac is currently #6909 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Jac is currently #7795 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Jac is currently #3395 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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