Girl · 935th of 19,264
Jacquline
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
8,030
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1964
Peak Popularity Year
390
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jacquline 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 Jacquline has French origins, deriving from Jacques, which comes from the Hebrew Yaakov meaning 'supplanter'. It evolved through various forms over time and gained popularity in the 20th century. The name is associated with elegance and sophistication, and it has notable bearers in history.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒæk.lɪn/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Jacquline is a diminutive form of Jacques, which is the French form of the name James, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov, meaning 'to follow' or 'to supplant'.
Meaning
Supplanter
Language Evolution
Jacques, Jacob, Yaakov, James
Historical Usage
The name Jacquline gained popularity in the 20th century and has been used primarily in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Jacqueline, Jackie, Jacquie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jacquline is seen as a classic yet elegant name, often associated with sophistication.
Famous People
Jacquline Kennedy Onassis, Jacquline Wilson
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 390 peak births in 1964
Geographic Spread
Popular across 30 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 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 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3318th of 9107 | 135 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1080th of 9204 | 865 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 743rd of 12526 | 3,300 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 935th of 19264 | 2,198 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1841st of 27321 | 1,117 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5148th of 35406 | 398 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22546th of 30306 | 17 |