Jaqueline Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: jah-KEE-lin /dʒəˈkiːlɪn/
Origin: French; Latin
Meaning: French: Supplanter; Latin: He who supplants
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jaqueline is derived from the French name Jacqueline, which itself is a feminine form of Jacques. The name Jacques has its roots in the Latin name Iacobus, which is a derivative of the Hebrew name Ya'aqov (Jacob).
The evolution of the name can be traced through various linguistic transformations: from Hebrew to Latin, then to Old French as Jacque, and finally to Jacqueline in modern French, before being adopted into English. The name essentially means "supplanter," reflecting the biblical narrative of Jacob, who was known for his struggle with his brother Esau and his eventual rise to prominence in the Hebrew scriptures.
Historically, the name Jacqueline gained prominence in the medieval period, particularly in France, where it was borne by various noblewomen. One notable figure is Jacqueline of Hainaut, a 15th-century countess who played a significant role in the political landscape of her time.
The name further entered the English-speaking world through literature and translations, notably during the Renaissance when French culture began to influence English society. The name was popularized in the English-speaking world in the 20th century, particularly through literary works and films.
Culturally, Jacqueline carries connotations of elegance and strength, often associated with noble lineage and grace. The name has been embraced in various forms across cultures, with diminutives such as Jackie being commonly used.
Its enduring appeal can be attributed to its historical significance and the positive attributes associated with its etymological roots, making it a name that resonates with themes of resilience and identity.
Famous people named Jaqueline
In this section, you will find notable people named Jaqueline. 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 Jaqueline who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Jaqueline who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Jaqueline Aichele is a professional golfer best known for competing in the LPGA Tour.
Jaqueline Carvalho is a Brazilian volleyball player best known for winning Olympic gold medals in 2008 and 2012.
Jaqueline Ferreira is a Brazilian actress best known for her roles in telenovelas such as 'Avenida Brasil' and 'O Clone'.
Jaqueline Kallio is a Brazilian artist best known for her contemporary paintings and installations.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jaqueline was first seen in the United States in 1923.
Jaqueline has ranked as high as #532 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, New York, and Arizona.
In the past 5 years the name Jaqueline has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jaqueline 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 Jaqueline 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 Jaqueline.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 66 | 0 | 66 |
| 2024 | 68 | 0 | 68 |
| 2023 | 68 | 0 | 68 |
| 2022 | 72 | 0 | 72 |
| 2021 | 65 | 0 | 65 |
| 2020 | 70 | 0 | 70 |
| 2019 | 94 | 0 | 94 |
| 2018 | 87 | 0 | 87 |
| 2017 | 107 | 0 | 107 |
| 2016 | 127 | 0 | 127 |
| 2015 | 140 | 0 | 140 |
| 2014 | 182 | 0 | 182 |
| 2013 | 209 | 0 | 209 |
| 2012 | 288 | 0 | 288 |
| 2011 | 355 | 0 | 355 |
| 2010 | 407 | 0 | 407 |
| 2009 | 415 | 0 | 415 |
| 2008 | 496 | 0 | 496 |
| 2007 | 626 | 0 | 626 |
| 2006 | 592 | 0 | 592 |
| 2005 | 556 | 0 | 556 |
| 2004 | 556 | 0 | 556 |
| 2003 | 637 | 0 | 637 |
| 2002 | 669 | 5 | 664 |
| 2001 | 806 | 0 | 806 |
| 2000 | 1,207 | 7 | 1,200 |
| 1999 | 688 | 0 | 688 |
| 1998 | 325 | 0 | 325 |
| 1997 | 340 | 0 | 340 |
| 1996 | 394 | 0 | 394 |
| 1995 | 325 | 0 | 325 |
| 1994 | 301 | 0 | 301 |
| 1993 | 245 | 0 | 245 |
| 1992 | 248 | 0 | 248 |
| 1991 | 263 | 0 | 263 |
| 1990 | 261 | 6 | 255 |
| 1989 | 226 | 5 | 221 |
| 1988 | 210 | 0 | 210 |
| 1987 | 162 | 0 | 162 |
| 1986 | 151 | 0 | 151 |
| 1985 | 154 | 0 | 154 |
| 1984 | 136 | 0 | 136 |
| 1983 | 115 | 0 | 115 |
| 1982 | 122 | 0 | 122 |
| 1981 | 111 | 0 | 111 |
| 1980 | 107 | 0 | 107 |
| 1979 | 76 | 0 | 76 |
| 1978 | 74 | 0 | 74 |
| 1977 | 67 | 0 | 67 |
| 1976 | 75 | 0 | 75 |
| 1975 | 72 | 0 | 72 |
| 1974 | 69 | 0 | 69 |
| 1973 | 64 | 0 | 64 |
| 1972 | 55 | 0 | 55 |
| 1971 | 64 | 0 | 64 |
| 1970 | 59 | 0 | 59 |
| 1969 | 66 | 0 | 66 |
| 1968 | 61 | 0 | 61 |
| 1967 | 60 | 0 | 60 |
| 1966 | 54 | 0 | 54 |
| 1965 | 69 | 0 | 69 |
| 1964 | 76 | 0 | 76 |
| 1963 | 64 | 0 | 64 |
| 1962 | 47 | 0 | 47 |
| 1961 | 43 | 0 | 43 |
| 1960 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 1959 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1958 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1957 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 1956 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1955 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1954 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1953 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1952 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1951 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1950 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1949 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1948 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1947 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1946 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1945 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1944 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1943 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1942 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1941 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1940 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1939 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1938 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1937 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1936 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1935 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1934 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1933 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1932 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1931 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1930 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1929 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1928 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1927 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1926 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1925 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1924 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1923 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Top States for Jaqueline (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 | 27 | |
| CA | 9 | |
| IL | 5 |