Declining since 1988, #2,276 for girls today.
Popularity of Jacquelyn since 1907
Babies named Jacquelyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 20 |
| 1910s | 241 |
| 1920s | 3,030 |
| 1930s | 6,811 |
| 1940s | 10,681 |
| 1950s | 14,821 |
| 1960s | 11,124 |
| 1970s | 7,337 |
| 1980s | 13,414 |
| 1990s | 10,028 |
| 2000s | 5,042 |
| 2010s | 2,057 |
| 2020s | 591 |
Meaning & origin
Jacquelyn, a respelling of Jacqueline, saw its peak popularity in 1951 when it ranked highest among recorded years. Since 1988, its usage has been falling, reflecting a broader shift away from mid-century feminine names. In the 2020s, the name is given to roughly 1 in every 20,091 newborns, far from its peak in the 1950s. State-level data shows greatest usage in Florida, California, and Texas, suggesting a continuing but diminished presence across diverse regions. The variant spelling with a 'y' rather than an 'i' marks it as a distinctive choice within the Jacqueline family.
Jacquelyn is a feminine variant of Jacqueline, itself the French feminine form of Jacques (the French form of Jacob). Jacob ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov, traditionally interpreted as 'may God protect' or 'supplanter'. The spelling Jacquelyn emerged in English-speaking countries as a respelling of Jacqueline, likely influenced by names like Lynn. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century.
Where Jacquelyn 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, Jacky, Jacqui, Lyn
Variants: Jacqueline, Jaclyn, Jacklyn, Jaquelyn
Sibling names for Jacquelyn
Names that share Jacquelyn's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Kathryn, Michelle, Stephanie, Amber, Lauren, Sarah, Jacquline, Jerilyn, Kaylyn, Geralyn, Josalyn, Joscelyn, Marylyn, Casondra, Harolyn, Jennessa, Lauralyn, Marilin, Jackilyn, Jozelyn, Rozalynn, Sherilynn, Gerilynn, Jennene, Jerilee, Joselynne, Josselyne, Shawnelle
Brothers: Michael, Christopher, David, James, Robert, Joshaua
Names like Jacquelyn
Names whose popularity has moved with Jacquelyn's over the last 50 years.
