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Jacquetta

jah-KET-ah · May be a feminine diminutive of Jacques, the French form of Jacob, meaning 'supplanter'.

Peak popularity
1988
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Jacquetta since 1916

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

183755192019602000Most births 1988Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s16
1920s99
1930s110
1940s119
1950s229
1960s244
1970s337
1980s392
1990s147
2000s12
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Jacquetta is a rare feminine name in the United States, first recorded in Social Security data in 1916. It has never entered the top 1000 names, with its peak usage occurring in 1988, though still at very low numbers. The name is a French-derived diminutive of Jacques, and its English history reflects the lasting influence of Norman naming traditions. Despite its low frequency, Jacquetta has maintained a steady, if minimal, presence over the decades, showing a stable trajectory with no significant revival. No state has recorded enough births for the name to appear in top state rankings, underscoring its status as an uncommon choice.

Jacquetta is a feminine form of Jacques, the French equivalent of James or Jacob. It arose in medieval France and England as a diminutive, often used in noble families. The name crossed into English usage through the Norman conquest, appearing in records as early as the 13th century.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Jackie, Jetta, Etta

Variants: Jacquet, Jacquette

Sibling names for Jacquetta

Names that share Jacquetta's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jacquetta mean?
Jacquetta is a feminine diminutive of Jacques, the French form of Jacob, meaning 'supplanter'.
How popular is the name Jacquetta?
Jacquetta has never ranked in the US top 1000. Its peak year for recorded births was 1988, but it remains a rare name.
Is Jacquetta a boy or girl name?
Jacquetta is exclusively used for girls.