The name Jacques, pronounced /ʒɑːk/, is of French origin and means 'supplanter' or 'hold fast'. It's a classic masculine given name derived from the Late Latin Iacobus, which itself came from the Hebrew Ya'aqov. Traditionally popular in France and other Francophone countries, Jacques has also been used in other parts of Europe, particularly in Spain and Portugal where it's often spelled Jacinto or Jacinto respectively. The name reached its peak popularity in France during the late 19th to mid-20th century.
"The name Jaque experienced fluctuating popularity over the years, with peak periods between 1994-1996 and 2000-2002, each having at least 10 births annually. However, from 2008 onwards, its popularity significantly declined, with five or fewer births per year."