Jacqui

French, feminine diminutive of Jacques

"supplanter"

Jacqui Origin and Meaning

The name Jacqui is a girl's name.

Jacqui is a feminine name primarily used as a diminutive or nickname form of Jacqueline, which itself is the feminine version of Jacques, the French form of James. Ultimately deriving from the Hebrew name Ya'akov (Jacob), it carries the meaning 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel'. Jacqui emerged as a standalone name in the mid-20th century, particularly gaining popularity in the 1960s and 1970s in English-speaking countries. The spelling with an 'i' ending gives it a playful, modern feel compared to alternatives like 'Jackie' or 'Jacky'. People named Jacqui are often perceived as having approachable, friendly personalities, with the name striking a balance between casual warmth and professional credibility.

Famous People Named Jacqui

• Jacqueline Jill "Jacqui" Smith British Home Secretary
• Jacqueline Anne "Jacqui" Oatley British sportscaster
• Jacquiline Louise "Jacqui" Lambie Australian Senator
• Jacqueline "Jacqui" Grantford Australian artist and radio presenter

The name Jacqui in Pop Culture

• Jacqueline Bernadette "Jacqui" McQueen character on British soap "Hollyoaks"
• Jacqueline "Jacqui" Briggs character in video game series "Mortal Kombat"