Jac

“supplanter”

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5542US 2023

17Births / yr

↓Falling

554All-time births

📅 Since 191500

What does Jac mean and where does it come from?

Jac is an abbreviation of the name Jacob, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov (יָעַקֹב). The name Jacob has biblical origins, referring to the son of Isaac and Rebecca, and it has been used for centuries. In recent years, Jac has emerged as a distinct name in its own right, especially in En

Cultural significance

Jac has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of supplanter.

Peak popularity

Reached #1923 in 1952 — currently #5542 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jac?

Jac works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jac Grace

How popular is Jac right now?

Falling — down 253 spots — currently #5542 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#5542 · Top 4.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5542	17	▼ down 253 · -6% births
2022	#5289	18	▲ up 3449 · +125% births
2020	#8738	8	▲ up 86
2015	#8824	8	▲ up 2069 · +33% births
2010	#10893	6	▼ down 4620 · -50% births
2005	#6273	12	▲ up 648 · +33% births
2000	#6921	9	▲ up 1422 · +80% births
1990	#8343	5	▼ down 3940 · -17% births
1970	#4403	6	▼ down 1706 · -40% births
1965	#2697	10	▲ up 92
1960	#2789	10	▼ down 259 · -9% births
1955	#2530	11	▲ up 416 · +38% births
1950	#2946	8	▲ up 811 · +60% births
1940	#3757	5	▲ up 500
1915	#4257	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jac

Best Year1955Rank #2530

Peak Count18

Average Rank#5613

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202315 years

The story of Jac

Jac entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 554 total births recorded, Jac remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4257 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5542 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jac in 1952:

James Robert John Michael David

Jac by decade

Jac peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	11
1920s	30
1930s	22
1940s	33
1950s ★	117
1960s	77
1970s	23
1980s	5
1990s	29
2000s	98
2010s	101
2020s	8

💎Jac has only 554 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jac?

Common

JacieJacy

What names sound and feel like Jac?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jac also consider these

Jack

English · God is gracious

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Jach

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Jax

American · God has been

Jak

American · Variant of Jack,

Common questions about the name Jac

What does the name Jac mean?

Jac means "supplanter" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jac?

Jac is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Jac have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Jac?

Jac originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How does Jac sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Jac flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Jac ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Jac trending right now?

Jac is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.