Jacelyn Girl

Popularity: #927 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAY-suh-lin //ˈdʒeɪ.sə.lɪn//

Origin: English; Modern

Meaning: English: Supplanter; Modern: Combination of Jac- and -lyn

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Jacelyn is derived from the Old French name Jaceline, which is a diminutive form of Jacques, the French variant of the Latin Iacobus, itself stemming from the Greek Iakobos. The Greek name is a translation of the Hebrew name Ya'akov, meaning "supplanter" or "holder of the heel," referring to the biblical figure Jacob, who was known for grasping his twin brother Esau's heel at birth.

The name made its way into English through the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, where it evolved into various forms, including Jacqueline and Jacelyn, as it was adapted into the English language. Historically, the name Jacelyn and its variants have been associated with several notable figures.

One significant milestone in its history is the use of Jacqueline in the 14th century, particularly in literary works and among the nobility. The name gained further prominence through its association with Saint Jacques, or Saint James, a key figure in Christianity, whose feast day is celebrated in various cultures.

The name's biblical roots and connection to saints contributed to its enduring presence in Christian communities throughout the Middle Ages. Culturally, Jacelyn carries connotations of grace and nobility, often linked to the qualities of leadership and resilience, reflective of its biblical origins.

The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, with Jacqueline being a prominent variant in French-speaking regions. This connection to historical and religious figures has helped maintain the name's significance over the centuries, allowing it to resonate within various traditions and communities.

Famous people named Jacelyn

In this section, you will find notable people named Jacelyn. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Jacelyn who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Jacelyn D. is a singer best known for her work in the music industry and her participation in various talent competitions.

Jacelyn D. is a model recognized for her appearances in fashion magazines and runway shows.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Jacelyn, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

JasmineJacquelineJadeJennaJessica

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Jacelyn. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Jacelyn was first seen in the United States in 1949.

Jacelyn has ranked as high as #2968 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in Texas, Louisiana, California, Georgia, and Florida.

In the past 5 years the name Jacelyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Jacelyn is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jacelyn was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jacelyn.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 26 5 21
2024 32 0 32
2023 51 0 51
2022 33 0 33
2021 39 0 39
2020 56 0 56
2019 68 0 68
2018 73 0 73
2017 80 0 80
2016 84 0 84
2015 107 0 107
2014 121 0 121
2013 127 0 127
2012 110 0 110
2011 107 0 107
2010 101 0 101
2009 87 0 87
2008 91 0 91
2007 88 0 88
2006 109 0 109
2005 98 0 98
2004 88 0 88
2003 77 0 77
2002 68 0 68
2001 58 0 58
2000 50 0 50
1999 67 0 67
1998 48 0 48
1997 50 0 50
1996 34 0 34
1995 28 0 28
1994 35 0 35
1993 24 0 24
1992 36 0 36
1991 26 0 26
1990 37 0 37
1989 38 0 38
1988 25 0 25
1987 22 0 22
1986 29 0 29
1985 27 0 27
1984 18 0 18
1983 30 0 30
1982 35 0 35
1981 28 0 28
1980 39 0 39
1979 38 0 38
1978 34 0 34
1977 43 0 43
1976 11 0 11
1975 12 0 12
1974 5 0 5
1973 8 0 8
1972 7 0 7
1971 6 0 6
1970 6 0 6
1969 6 0 6
1967 6 0 6
1966 5 0 5
1965 6 0 6
1961 8 0 8
1959 6 0 6
1958 6 0 6
1957 8 0 8
1955 10 0 10
1954 5 0 5
1953 14 0 14
1952 11 0 11
1951 8 0 8
1950 7 0 7
1949 7 0 7

Top States for Jacelyn (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 5
100%