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Jacques vs Amauri

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacques

Boy #2,375 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who takes the heel"

Origin: Hebrew via French

Cultural Roots

French Belgian Canadian Swiss

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,375
Total SSA Count
59
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jacques Rank #2,375
Amauri Rank #2,571

Jacques is more popular, ranked #2375 vs #2571 for Amauri.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jacques or Amauri more popular?

Jacques is more popular, ranked #2375 compared to Amauri at #2571 in the United States.

What do Jacques and Amauri mean?

Jacques means "supplanter, one who takes the heel" (Hebrew via French origin). Amauri means "labor-power, work-ruler" (Germanic (Amal + Ric) origin).

Are Jacques and Amauri boy or girl names?

Jacques is primarily a boy name. Amauri is primarily a boy name.

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