Jacy
Fact sheet
- Name
- Jacy
- Gender
- Unisex name
- Syllables
- 2
Jacy is a traditional masculine first name of Greek origin, but since the late 19th century, it has predominantly been used as a feminine name in English-speaking areas, particularly due to its association with flowers.
What does the name Jacy mean?
The name Jacy, which is originally considered masculine, means 'the hyacinth'. Its roots lie in the Ancient Greek word huákinthos (ᾰ́κινθος), which refers to both the flower and the reddish-blue or deep violet color. Jacy can also be seen as a short form of Jacinda.
Where does the name Jacy come from?
The name Jacy has both masculine and feminine forms and originates from Ancient Greek with the meaning 'the hyacinth'. The Ancient Greek word huákinthos (ᾰ́κινθος) describes the hyacinth as well as a reddish-blue or deep violet color. The name is used in various languages, primarily English.
How do you pronounce Jacy?
Dschäisi
When is the name day of Jacy?
The name day for Jacy is celebrated on January 30.
Popularity
In Germany, Jacy is among the rarer first names. In 2015, it ranked 3,972nd on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2011 at 1,564th. Over the last ten years, Jacy has been given as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,248th.
Famous people
- Jacy King (actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Jacy
What is the meaning of the name Jacy?
The name Jacy means 'the hyacinth' and is derived from the Ancient Greek word huákinthos, which describes both the flower and a reddish-blue or deep violet color.
Where does the name Jacy come from?
Jacy has its roots in Ancient Greek and is used in various languages, mainly in English. There are both masculine and feminine forms of the name.
How popular is the name Jacy?
The popularity of the name Jacy varies by region and culture, but it is generally less common than some other traditional first names.