Jacquelyn
Jacquelyn is a feminine variant of Jacqueline, derived from the French form of Jacques (James), which comes from the Hebrew name Jacob meaning 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel.' This elegant spelling variation gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a sophisticated alternative to the traditional Jacqueline.
Current Popularity
#2285 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Multiple spelling variations exist (Jacqueline, Jacklyn, Jaclyn), so may need clarification
- •Offers both formal elegance and casual nickname options
- •The '-lyn' ending adds a softer, more contemporary feel than traditional Jacqueline
- •Easy to pronounce but spelling may need correction
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Famous People
Jacquelyn Mitchard
Author of 'The Deep End of the Ocean'
Jacquelyn Jablonski
Fashion model
Jacquelyn Smith
Olympic fencer
Statistics
85,116
Total births since 1880
1951
Peak year
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