Girl · 1953rd of 27,321
Jacqulyn
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
3,958
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1952
Peak Popularity Year
95
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jacqulyn 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 Jacqulyn has French origins, meaning 'supplanter'. It evolved from Jacques to James, then to Jacqueline and eventually to Jacqulyn. It is a name that reflects elegance and femininity, lacking significant biblical relevance, and gained popularity in the 20th century.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒækwlɪn/
Origin
French
Etymology
Jacqulyn is a variant of Jacqueline, which is derived from the French name Jacques, the French form of the name James. The name Jacques itself comes from the Hebrew name Ya'akov.
Meaning
supplanter
Language Evolution
Jacques, James, Jacqueline, Jacqulyn
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a feminine form of Jacqueline.
Variants & Derivatives
Jacqueline, Jackie, Jacquie
Modern Popularity & Image
Jacqulyn is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with sophistication and femininity.
Famous People
Jacqulyn E. McCarthy, Jacqulyn L. Foster
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 95 peak births in 1952
Geographic Spread
Popular across 19 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
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 | 4467th of 9107 | 71 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1249th of 9204 | 668 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1279th of 12526 | 1,243 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2003rd of 19264 | 692 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1953rd of 27321 | 1,042 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7567th of 35406 | 237 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |