Jacelyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAY-suh-lin / /ˈdʒeɪ.sə.lɪn/English; Modern
Meaning
English: Supplanter; Modern: Combination of Jac- and -lyn
Historical & Cultural Background
Jacelyn is a modern name that combines elements of the name Jacqueline and the suffix -lyn. It emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend towards creating unique variations of traditional names. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States. Its appeal lies in its melodic sound and contemporary feel.
Trend Summary
Jacelyn has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jacelynn
- Jaselyn
International Variants
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Famous people named Jacelyn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jacelyn was first seen in the United States in 1949. Jacelyn has ranked as high as #1235 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Jacelyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jacelyn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 43 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 39 |
| 1981 | 28 |
| 1982 | 35 |
| 1983 | 30 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 27 |
| 1986 | 29 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 38 |
| 1990 | 37 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 36 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 35 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 34 |
| 1997 | 50 |
| 1998 | 48 |
| 1999 | 67 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 58 |
| 2002 | 68 |
| 2003 | 77 |
| 2004 | 88 |
| 2005 | 98 |
| 2006 | 109 |
| 2007 | 88 |
| 2008 | 91 |
| 2009 | 87 |
| 2010 | 101 |
| 2011 | 107 |
| 2012 | 110 |
| 2013 | 127 |
| 2014 | 121 |
| 2015 | 107 |
| 2016 | 84 |
| 2017 | 80 |
| 2018 | 73 |
| 2019 | 68 |
| 2020 | 56 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2022 | 33 |
| 2023 | 51 |
| 2024 | 32 |