Girl · 1771st of 27,321
Jaclynn
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,795
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1990
Peak Popularity Year
98
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jaclynn stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Jaclynn is of English origin and means 'supplanter.' It evolved from James to Jacques, then Jacqueline, and finally Jaclynn. It reflects traits of strength and femininity and does not have biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the late 20th century as a contemporary variant.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒæk.lɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Jaclynn is a modern variant of the name Jacqueline, which is derived from the French name Jacques, itself a form of the name James, meaning 'supplanter.'
Meaning
supplanter
Language Evolution
James, Jacques, Jacqueline, Jaclynn
Historical Usage
Jaclynn gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine form of the name Jacqueline, which has been in use since the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Jacqueline, Jackie, Jacqlyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jaclynn is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Jaclynn K. McCarty, Jaclynn K. Thomas
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 98 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 12 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 28 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7607th of 9204 | 12 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3269th of 12526 | 250 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3096th of 19264 | 358 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1771st of 27321 | 1,198 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3558th of 35406 | 665 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5080th of 30306 | 312 |