Girl · 224th of 27,321
Jacquelyn
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
85,226
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1951
Peak Popularity Year
1,905
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jacquelyn 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
Jacquelyn is a feminine name of French origin, derived from Jacques and ultimately from the Hebrew name Ya'akov, meaning 'supplanter.' It evolved from Jacques through various forms before becoming popular in English. The name is often associated with elegance and sophistication, and while it has historical roots, it lacks biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century and has several common variants.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒæk.ə.lɪn/
Origin
French
Etymology
Jacquelyn is a feminine form of the name Jacques, which is derived from the Hebrew name Ya'akov (Jacob) meaning 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel.' The name became popular in France and was later adopted in English-speaking countries.
Meaning
supplanter
Language Evolution
Jacques, Jacquese, Jacquelyn
Historical Usage
The name Jacquelyn gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, as a variation of Jacqueline.
Variants & Derivatives
Jacqueline, Jackie, Jacklyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Jacquelyn is often seen as a classic and elegant name, though its popularity has declined in recent years. It carries connotations of sophistication.
Famous People
Jacquelyn Smith (actress), Jacquelyn Jablonski (model), Jacquelyn McCarthy (author)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,905 peak births in 1951
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 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 11 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6076th of 6773 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5303rd of 7552 | 27 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6703rd of 10718 | 31 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9103rd of 16616 | 42 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 637th of 9107 | 2,278 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 248th of 9204 | 13,046 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 218th of 12526 | 26,327 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 309th of 19264 | 13,450 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 224th of 27321 | 20,086 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 565th of 35406 | 8,161 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1495th of 30306 | 1,768 |