MallowbyNames

Jarquez

jahr-KAYZ · Of uncertain origin; may be a modern coinage combining elements of names like Jarrett and Marquis.

Peak popularity
1997
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Jarquez since 1990

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

816241990200020102020Most births 1997Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1990s127
2000s131
2010s24
2020s6

Meaning & origin

Jarquez is a modern American name that first appeared in 1990 and saw its peak usage in 1997, though it never ranked in the top 1000. The name is a likely blend of the Jar- prefix and the -quez suffix, drawing inspiration from names like Marquis. Despite its brief appearance in data, the name has remained stable in usage, primarily recorded among boys. It has not been consistently tracked in recent years, suggesting it remains a rare choice.

Jarquez is a modern American name that first appeared in the 1990s. It likely blends the popular prefix 'Jar-' (seen in names like Jarrett and Jaron) with the fashionable suffix '-quez' (influenced by the surname Marquis or the Spanish -quez). Its use peaked in 1997 but remains rare overall.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: J.J., Jay

Sibling names for Jarquez

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jarquez mean?
The meaning of Jarquez is uncertain. It is likely a modern invented name with no traditional meaning.
How popular is Jarquez?
Jarquez is very rare. It first appeared in 1990, peaked at rank 3976 in 1997, and has not ranked since.
Is Jarquez a boy's name or a girl's name?
Jarquez is exclusively used for boys, with no recorded usage for girls in official data.