Jaco
Meaning of Jaco
Originating from Hebrew, the name Jaco is a masculine name that has gained popularity in recent years. It is often seen as a variation of the names Jake and Jacob. The name Jaco is pronounced as JAY-koh (/ˈdʒeɪkoʊ/) and has been given to newborn boys in the United States since at least 2004. While it may not be among the most popular choices, its steady presence on the naming charts indicates its continued use by parents seeking a unique yet familiar name for their sons.
Pronunciation
- Pronunced as JAY-koh (/ˈdʒeɪkoʊ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Jaco
| Jaco Pastorius - John Francis "Jaco" Pastorius III was an influential American jazz bassist, composer, and producer known for his solo work and as a member of Weather Report. |
| Jaco van Gass - Jaco-Albert van Gass is a South African-born British racing cyclist who has achieved success in para-cycling, including winning medals at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games and holding three world records in track cycling. |
| Jaco Coetzee - Abraham Jacobus Coetzee is a South African rugby union player known for his role as number eight at English Premiership side Bath Rugby. |
| Jaco Reinach is a former Springbok rugby player and athlete. |
| Carlos Alberto Guimarães Filho, also known as Jacó, is a Brazilian professional footballer who excels as a striker. |
| Jacobus Albertus Kriel, known as Jaco Kriel, is a prominent rugby union player for the Lions, where he plays as a flanker. |
| Jaco Ahlers is a South African professional golfer who competes on the Sunshine Tour and the Asian Tour. |
| Jaco Fourie is a South African rugby union player. |
| Jaco Burger is a South African cricketer who played in fifteen first-class and eleven List A matches from 1989/90 to 1995/96. |
