Declining since 2001, #4,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Jackeline since 1938
Babies named Jackeline per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 284 |
| 1970s | 382 |
| 1980s | 593 |
| 1990s | 1,406 |
| 2000s | 2,494 |
| 2010s | 1,124 |
| 2020s | 240 |
Meaning & origin
Jackeline is a variant of the classic Jacqueline, which itself is the French feminine form of Jacques (Jacob). While Jacqueline has enjoyed enduring popularity, particularly after First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, Jackeline is a less common spelling that emerged as an Americanized version. First recorded in the U.S. in 1938, it saw its peak popularity in 2000, when it ranked 4,546. Since 2001, its usage has been falling. In 2025, the name was given to roughly 1 in every 53,576 girls, and it was most common in California. Though not as widespread as Jacqueline, Jackeline retains a familiar sound with a distinctive spelling, appealing to parents who prefer a phonetic approach.
Jackeline is a variant spelling of Jacqueline, the French feminine form of Jacques (Jacob). The name Jacob comes from the Hebrew Ya'akov, traditionally interpreted as 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel'. Jacqueline gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 20th century, and Jackeline emerged as a phonetic Americanized spelling. The name was further popularized by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, though its variant form Jackeline remains less common.
Where Jackeline is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jackie, Jack, Jaci
Variants: Jacqueline, Jacalyn, Jacklyn, Jaclyn, Jacquelyn
Sibling names for Jackeline
Names that share Jackeline's style, for a brother or sister.
