Liam Patel

By Liam Patel
Linguistics Researcher

Updated on September 06, 2024

Jockey

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Origin: British

Meaning: Racehorse rider; Supplanter; Holder of the heel

Jockey is a masculine name with English and Hebrew roots. In English, Jockey can refer to someone who rides racehorses competitively. This can be a great choice to inspire your little one’s equestrian connections in the future. Jockey can also be a variant of Jacques, which comes from the Hebrew name Jacob. Meaning “supplanter” or “holder of the heel,” this can be a great choice if you think baby can take over the world one day, Jockey can always remind them that they’ll be the next big thing.

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