Holding steady.
Popularity of Jaquann since 1988
Babies named Jaquann per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 68 |
| 2000s | 35 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jaquann is a modern invented name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1988, part of a wave of creative 'Ja-' and 'Quann' combinations that emerged in the late 20th century. Its usage peaked in 1999, and since then it has remained rare, with a stable trajectory. The name has never appeared in the top 1,000, reflecting its bespoke nature. Jaquann carries no specific meaning but fits within a stylistic tradition of contemporary African American naming, where prefixes like 'Ja-' and suffixes like '-quann' are common. While it has never been among the most frequently chosen names, it has maintained a consistent presence among families seeking a distinctive and phonetically strong option.
Jaquann is a modern coinage, likely formed by combining the popular prefix 'Ja-' (as in Jason, Javon) with the syllable '-quann', possibly influenced by names like Marquann or Dequann. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1988 and saw modest use in the 1990s, peaking in 1999. It is primarily used by African American families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: J, Quann
Sibling names for Jaquann
Names that share Jaquann's style, for a brother or sister.
