All about the name

Jaurice

Male

« Jaurice is a rare French name derived from Ja(u)ce, a medieval diminutive of Jacque or Jacques, and has no specific meaning. »

#24278 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Jaurice is a unique and distinct given name of French origin. It is derived from the medieval French name Ja(u)ce, which was a diminutive form of Jacque or Jacques. These names were popular among the French nobility during the Middle Ages. The name Jaurice has no specific meaning associated with it. However, its origin can be linked to the Latin name Iacobus, which means "supplanter" or "held by the heel." This name is ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Jacob, who was the son of Isaac and Rebecca in the Bible. Throughout history, the name Jaurice has been relatively rare and has not gained widespread popularity. It is likely that many people with this name are descended from French nobility or have some connection to French culture. Today, it remains a distinctive and uncommon choice for a given name.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Jaurice since 1880

Total births
34
Total since 1880
Peak year
2003
7 births
in 2009
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years