Jacklyn Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJACK-lin / /ˈdʒæk.lɪn/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: God is gracious; Hebrew: supplanter
Historical & Cultural Background
Jacklyn is a modern variant of the name Jacqueline, which has French origins. The name Jacqueline is derived from Jacques, the French form of James. Historically, names like Jack and Jacqueline have been popular in English-speaking countries. Jacklyn has seen usage as a feminine form but is occasionally used for boys as well.
Trend Summary
Jacklyn has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jaclyn
- Jackeline
International Variants
- Jacqueline (French)
- Jacquelin (French)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jacklyn was first seen in the United States in 1989. Jacklyn has ranked as high as #1191 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jacklyn has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jacklyn
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1989 | 5 |