jacques
n. countable C2 Proficiency US //ˈdʒæk// jacques
n. a common French name for a man, similar to the English name Jack. In history, it was also used as a general name for a French peasant.
n. a French masculine given name, etymologically related to James and Jacob. Historically used as a generic identifier for a French peasant, particularly during the late medieval period.
Jacques is a very popular name in France.
The historian explained that Jacques was often used as a collective nickname for the rural poor during the uprising.
The term Jacquerie, derived from the common name Jacques, refers to the series of peasant revolts that shook northern France during the Hundred Years' War.
Usage
When used as a proper name, it is always capitalized.