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Jacere

jah-SEER-ay · Of uncertain origin, possibly invented or derived from a Latin root meaning 'to lie' or 'to throw'.

2025 rank (boys)
#8,243
Babies named in 2025
9
Peak popularity
2024
2025 frequency
1 in 189,786 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2006

Rising since 2006, #8,243 for boys today.

Popularity of Jacere since 2005

Babies named Jacere per year in U.S. Social Security records.

6111720102020Most births 2024Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s12
2010s66
2020s66

Meaning & origin

Jacere is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2005. It has seen a slow but consistent rise in usage, reaching its peak rank of 8,243rd in 2024. With an incidence of approximately 1 in 189,786 births that year, it remains exceedingly rare. The name's origin is uncertain, possibly a Latin-inspired invention from 'jacere' (to throw or to lie). It has not been recorded in any top states, reflecting its sparse distribution. Parents choosing Jacere are likely drawn to its uncommon sound and classical resonance, though it lacks a traditional etymology or established meaning.

The name Jacere first appeared in U.S. records in 2005. It does not have a clear historical or linguistic derivation. It may be a modern coinage inspired by the Latin verb 'jacere' (to throw, to lie) or an invented name combining sounds from names like Jason or Javier with a fashionable suffix. Its use is extremely rare and confined to recent decades.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jacere mean?
The meaning of Jacere is uncertain. It may be a modern invention or derived from the Latin word 'jacere' (to throw, to lie), but no traditional meaning is established.
How popular is Jacere?
Jacere is an extremely rare name. In 2024, it ranked 8,243rd in the United States, with an incidence of about 1 in 189,786 births.
Is Jacere a boy or girl name?
Jacere is predominantly used as a boy's name in U.S. records.