Jaqueline Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jaqueline is a name of French origin, derived from Jacques, which ultimately comes from the Hebrew name Yaakov, meaning 'to follow'. It has evolved through various languages and forms and is viewed positively in modern contexts. There is no biblical background associated with the name, and it gained popularity in the 20th century. Variants include Jacqueline and Jackie, and notable individuals with this name have contributed to its recognition.
The name Jaqueline is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jaqueline has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jaqueline' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13786th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19652nd out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5349th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2763rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2239th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1494th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 860th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 523rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1891st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jaqueline' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jaqueline"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈkwɪlɪn/
Origin
French
Etymology
Jaqueline is a feminine form of the name Jacques, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov, meaning 'to follow' or 'to be behind'.
Meaning
to follow
Language Evolution
Jacques (Old French), Jacobus (Latin), Yaakov (Hebrew), Jaqueline (Modern French)
Historical Usage
Jaqueline gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in French-speaking countries, and has since become more widely recognized in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Jacqueline, Jackie, Jacquie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jaqueline is perceived as a sophisticated and elegant name, often associated with charm and grace.
Famous People
Jaqueline Kennedy Onassis, Jaqueline Lourenço, Jaqueline Nascimento
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jaqueline"
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 of "Jaqueline"
"Jaqueline" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13786th of 16616 | 11 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 19652nd of 24088 | 12 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5349th of 9107 | 43 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2763rd of 9204 | 191 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2239th of 12526 | 463 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1494th of 19264 | 1,092 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 860th of 27321 | 3,413 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 523rd of 35406 | 8,951 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1891st of 30306 | 1,289 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaqueline" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jaqueline" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
92.70% 1434th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
85.77% 1910th/2227 |
69.71% 1694th/2430 |
95.37% 2721st/2853 |
79.68% 2211th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
64.32% 1889th/2937 |
32.24% 1123rd/3483 |
54.83% 1929th/3518 |
23.57% 953rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.18% 1407th/3685 |
28.56% 1278th/4475 |
18.04% 937th/5194 |
8.42% 532nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.98% 778th/4582 |
21.26% 1098th/5164 |
7.43% 543rd/7313 |
4.48% 334th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
59.36% 2365th/3984 |
66.48% 2983rd/4487 |
24.17% 1649th/6822 |
21.65% 1359th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jaqueline"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jaqueline" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.