Jacky is a diminutive of the name Jackie, which itself is a pet form of Jacqueline or Jacquette, derived from the French male name Jacques. The name Jacques is ultimately derived from the Latin name Jacobus, which means "held by the heel" in Hebrew. This refers to the biblical story of Jacob wrestling with an angel and being touched on the heel.
The name Jacky has been used historically as both a male and female name. In France, it was traditionally a boy's name, while in English-speaking countries, it has been more commonly associated with girls. However, its usage has varied over time and by region.
One famous bearer of the name Jacky is Jackie Kennedy Onassis, born Jacqueline Bouvier, who became First Lady of the United States as the wife of President John F. Kennedy. Her style and grace have made her an enduring icon of elegance and sophistication.
In popular culture, Jacky has also been used as a character's name in various works, such as "The Jackie Series" by Australian author Jackie French, which features a spirited young girl named Jacqueline who embarks on various adventures.
Based on the provided statistics, the name Jacky experienced significant popularity from the mid-1930s to the late 1950s, peaking in 1953 with 168 births. However, its popularity has steadily declined since then, with a total of only 24 births recorded between 2017 and 2023 inclusive. The overall total number of births given the name Jacky over this period is 6574.