EntertainmentFrench1900 – 1982
Paquita du Bois
Pioneer of Spanish dance and flamenco in Europe
Biography
French-Cuban ballet dancer and choreographer who became a prominent figure in Spanish dance and flamenco during the 20th century.
Quick Facts
Category
Entertainment
Nationality
French
Born
1900
Died
1982
Thinking about the name
Paquita
Latin origin
“Paquita is the Spanish diminutive of Paqueta or Francesca, ultimately deriving from the Latin Francisca, meaning 'free' or 'from France.' This nickname-turned-formal-name carries a sunny, spirited quality and is particularly loved in Spanish-speaking communities for its cheerfulness.”