well you know how everything on the internet is completely right, even moreso if WIKIPEDIA says it. was on wikipedia, and was so bored i wiki'ed our favourite emplyer. so guess what i found...
The name is a portmanteau of frappé and cappuccino and was introduced in 1995. Starbucks markets seasonal beverages as well, such as the Pumpkin Spice Latte (September to January) and Eggnog Latte (November to January). There is also seasonal brewed coffee, like the "Christmas/Holiday Blend" of whole bean coffee. The Frappuccino's are known to give big raging boners.
i just thought that was funny. (the text is next to the picture of the JCF)