Rising since 1995, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Jac since 1915
Babies named Jac per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1956, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Jac's real moment was 2022.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 11 |
| 1920s | 30 |
| 1930s | 22 |
| 1940s | 33 |
| 1950s | 117 |
| 1960s | 77 |
| 1970s | 23 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 29 |
| 2000s | 98 |
| 2010s | 101 |
| 2020s | 69 |
Meaning & origin
Jac is a concise and modern short form of Jacob or Jacqueline, used predominantly for boys. First recorded in 1915, the name saw a resurgence beginning in 1995 and has been rising steadily, reaching its peak rank of 5861 in 2022. The trajectory indicates growing appeal, likely driven by parents seeking short, punchy names. In 2025, about 1 in 113,872 boys received the name. While not associated with major states or famous bearers, Jac's simplicity and connection to the well-established Jacob give it a straightforward, accessible charm.
Jac is a short form of Jacob, which derives from the Hebrew name Yaʿaqov (supplanter) via Latin Iacobus. As a nickname or independent given name, it has been used in English-speaking countries since the 20th century, often as a casual or modern alternative to the full forms Jacob or Jacqueline.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Jac
Names that share Jac's style, for a brother or sister.
