Supplanter or held by the heel
Jaqua is a rare modern variation of the name Jacob or James. It likely emerged as a creative American adaptation, blending traditional roots with contemporary phonetic styling. Like its predecessors, it carries the etymological weight of the Hebrew name Yaakov.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Jaqua in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the video game series · Phantasy Star
