Jaquelyn Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JACK-uh-lin //ˈdʒæk.ə.lɪn//
Origin: English; French
Meaning: English: Supplanter; French: Diminutive of Jacqueline
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jaquelyn is a modern variant of the name Jacqueline, which has its roots in the Old French name Jacquelin, a diminutive form of Jacques. Jacques itself is derived from the Latin name Iacobus, which originates from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov (Jacob).
The name Jacob means "supplanter" or "holder of the heel," referencing the biblical story of Jacob and Esau in the Book of Genesis. The transition from Hebrew to Latin and then to Old French illustrates the linguistic evolution that occurred as the name spread through different cultures and languages, eventually leading to its adoption in English.
Jacqueline became popular in France during the medieval period and was notably borne by several saints, including Saint Jacqueline of Belgium in the 14th century. The name gained further prominence in the English-speaking world through the influence of French culture and literature, particularly during the Renaissance.
The name Jacqueline was introduced into English literature and usage in the 19th century, with various spellings and adaptations emerging, including Jaquelyn. Culturally, the name Jaquelyn and its variants have been associated with elegance and femininity, often evoking images of nobility and grace.
The name has been used in various literary works and has appeared in popular culture, contributing to its resonance as a name with historical depth. The diminutive form Jackie has also been widely recognized, further embedding the name into cultural consciousness.
Overall, Jaquelyn reflects a rich tapestry of linguistic heritage and cultural significance, tracing its lineage back through centuries of history.
Famous people named Jaquelyn
In this section, you will find notable people named Jaquelyn. 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 Jaquelyn who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Jaquelyn McCready is a singer and songwriter best known for her work in the pop and R&B genres.
Jaquelyn K. is a model and social media influencer known for her fashion and lifestyle content.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jaquelyn was first seen in the United States in 1944.
Jaquelyn has ranked as high as #2519 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Arizona, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Jaquelyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jaquelyn 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 Jaquelyn 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 Jaquelyn.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 5 |
| 2024 | 14 | 14 |
| 2023 | 12 | 12 |
| 2022 | 14 | 14 |
| 2021 | 16 | 16 |
| 2020 | 7 | 7 |
| 2019 | 10 | 10 |
| 2018 | 20 | 20 |
| 2017 | 16 | 16 |
| 2016 | 29 | 29 |
| 2015 | 39 | 39 |
| 2014 | 39 | 39 |
| 2013 | 55 | 55 |
| 2012 | 62 | 62 |
| 2011 | 71 | 71 |
| 2010 | 86 | 86 |
| 2009 | 98 | 98 |
| 2008 | 114 | 114 |
| 2007 | 115 | 115 |
| 2006 | 101 | 101 |
| 2005 | 92 | 92 |
| 2004 | 94 | 94 |
| 2003 | 94 | 94 |
| 2002 | 108 | 108 |
| 2001 | 84 | 84 |
| 2000 | 127 | 127 |
| 1999 | 94 | 94 |
| 1998 | 68 | 68 |
| 1997 | 68 | 68 |
| 1996 | 79 | 79 |
| 1995 | 71 | 71 |
| 1994 | 69 | 69 |
| 1993 | 57 | 57 |
| 1992 | 66 | 66 |
| 1991 | 56 | 56 |
| 1990 | 44 | 44 |
| 1989 | 52 | 52 |
| 1988 | 62 | 62 |
| 1987 | 40 | 40 |
| 1986 | 34 | 34 |
| 1985 | 40 | 40 |
| 1984 | 27 | 27 |
| 1983 | 28 | 28 |
| 1982 | 20 | 20 |
| 1981 | 21 | 21 |
| 1980 | 20 | 20 |
| 1979 | 15 | 15 |
| 1978 | 13 | 13 |
| 1977 | 8 | 8 |
| 1976 | 6 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 | 7 |
| 1972 | 10 | 10 |
| 1971 | 11 | 11 |
| 1969 | 7 | 7 |
| 1968 | 10 | 10 |
| 1966 | 5 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 | 5 |
| 1961 | 6 | 6 |
| 1960 | 6 | 6 |
| 1959 | 5 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 | 5 |
| 1955 | 9 | 9 |
| 1953 | 6 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 | 5 |
| 1951 | 8 | 8 |
| 1950 | 6 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 | 8 |
| 1946 | 7 | 7 |
| 1945 | 7 | 7 |
| 1944 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Jaquelyn (2018)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |