Jacqui is derived from the French name Jacqueline, which is a feminine form of Jacques, itself derived from the Hebrew name Yaaqov (Jacob). Jacqui has become a popular variant of Jacqueline, especially in the UK and Australia. It is a diminutive of Jacqueline, which is associated with the meaning supplanter, but does not have direct associations with strength and leadership. Jacqui has been in circulation since 1919 and has not been characterized as a rare name in historical contexts.
