Jacquelyn

Girl's name

Jacquelyn is a variant of Jacqueline, which is the feminine form of Jacques, a French version of the name Jacob, meaning "supplanter" or "holder of the heel."

Meaning God is gracious
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 81 Falling
Peak year 1951

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Notable Namesakes

  • Jacquelyn Kennedy Onassis - Former First Lady of the United States.
  • Jacquelyn Jablonski - American fashion model.
  • Jacquelyn Mitchard - Author of "The Deep End of the Ocean."
  • Jacquelyn Mayer - Olympic figure skater.
  • Jacquelyn Smith - Actress known for "Charlie's Angels."
  • Jacquelyn Ottman - Green marketing expert and author.

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