Jacqline

“supplanter”

France origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1908US 2023

292Births / yr

→Stable

39All-time births

📅 Since 196000

What does Jacqline mean and where does it come from?

Jacqline is a variant of the name Jacqueline, which is of French origin. The name means 'supplanter' or 'one who takes the place of another'. It became popular after its first use in the Middle Ages. Famous people named Jacqueline include Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, former First Lady of the United S

Cultural significance

Jacqline has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of french.

Peak popularity

Reached #5801 in 1961 — currently #1908 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jacqline?

Jacqline works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jacqline Grace

How popular is Jacqline right now?

Holding steady — currently #1908 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1960–2023#1908 · Top 1.4%

1960

1965

1990

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1908	292	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2022	#1913	272	▲ up 5 · +12% births
2021	#1918	242	▲ up 9865 · +3933% births
1990	#11783	6	▼ down 4536 · +20% births
1965	#7247	5	▼ down 916 · -17% births
1960	#6331	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jacqline

Best Year2023Rank #1908

Peak Count292

Average Rank#5183

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1960 - 20236 years

The story of Jacqline

Jacqline entered American naming records in 1960 and has been in use for over 64 years. With 39 total births recorded, Jacqline remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6331 in 1960 to #1908 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jacqline in 1961:

Mary Lisa Susan Linda Karen

Jacqline by decade

Jacqline peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1960s ★	28
1980s	5
1990s	6

💎Jacqline has only 39 total recorded births since 1960 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jacqline?

Common

JacJaIne

What names sound and feel like Jacqline?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jacqline also consider these

Jaceline

France · French

Jacquline

France · Derived from Jacques,

American · Combination of the

Jaline

USA · God's gracious gift

Janine

France · God is gracious

Jazline

American · Jazz-like or lively

Common questions about the name Jacqline

What does the name Jacqline mean?

Jacqline means "French" — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jacqline?

Jacqline is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Jacqline?

Jacqline originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Jacqline a common or rare name?

Jacqline is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Jacqline?

Jacqline naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.