Jeanluc Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jeanluc is a French name that combines elements meaning 'God is gracious' and 'light.' It evolved from historical names like Iohannes and Lucius, reflecting a blend of cultural and linguistic roots. The name is viewed positively, associated with creativity, and has gained prominence in modern times.
The name Jeanluc is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jeanluc has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jeanluc' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2592nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3866th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4355th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jeanluc' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeanluc"
Pronunciation
/ʒɑ̃lyk/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Jeanluc is a combination of 'Jean,' which is the French form of John, meaning 'God is gracious,' and 'Luc,' which is derived from the Latin 'Lucius,' meaning 'light.'
Meaning
God is gracious light
Language Evolution
Iohannes, Johannes, John, Jean, Lucius, Luc, Jeanluc
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in French-speaking regions, as a modern combination of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jean, Luc, John, Lucien
Modern Popularity & Image
Jeanluc is considered a unique and sophisticated name, often associated with creativity and artistic flair.
Famous People
Jean-Luc Godard, Jean-Luc Picard, Jean-Luc Mélenchon
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeanluc"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jeanluc"
"Jeanluc" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2592nd of 16616 | 383 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3866th of 24088 | 375 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4355th of 23106 | 279 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeanluc" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
47.62% 2131st/4475 |
52.45% 2724th/5194 |
30.54% 1929th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
64.60% 3336th/5164 |
47.61% 3482nd/7313 |
44.87% 3349th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
62.77% 4282nd/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeanluc" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jeanluc"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeanluc" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.