Jacquelyn
Meaning of Jacquelyn
Jacquelyn is a charming and elegant name of French origin, derived from the male name Jacques, which itself is the French form of James. Pronounced as JAK-lin in English (/ˈdʒæk.lɪn/), Jacquelyn exudes a sense of sophistication and timeless appeal. Over the years, it has been associated with grace and poise, often bringing to mind images of classic beauty and refinement. Variations of this name include Jaclyn and Jacklyn, offering a slightly modern twist while retaining its inherent elegance. The popularity of Jacquelyn has seen fluctuations over the decades in the United States, peaking significantly in mid-20th century but maintaining a steady presence through subsequent years. As per recent data, it ranked 2097th in 2023 with 91 occurrences, reflecting its enduring charm among parents seeking a name that blends tradition with subtle uniqueness.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as JAK-lin (/ˈdʒæk.lɪn/)
British English
- Pronunced as JAK-lin (/ˈdʒak.lɪn/)
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Notable People Named Jacquelyn
| Jacquelyn Dowd Hall is an influential American historian and author known for her contributions to U.S. women's history and Southern labor history. |
| Jacquelyn Mitchard is an American journalist and author, best known for her best-selling novel The Deep End of the Ocean, which was the first selection for Oprah's Book Club in 1996, and has written several other popular books. |
| Jacquelyn Gill is a paleoecologist and assistant professor of climate science at the University of Maine, known for her work on the relationship between megafauna and vegetation in the Pleistocene and sediment cores of Jamaica, as well as her efforts in science communication about climate change. |
| Jacquelyn Schachter - Jacquelyn E. Schachter was a distinguished linguistics professor at the University of Oregon, known for her work on presuppositional and counterfactual conditional sentences. |
| Jacquelyn Campbell - Jacquelyn C. Campbell, PhD, MSN, RN, is an American academic nurse known for her research on domestic violence and violence against women, and holds the Anna D. Wolf Chair at the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. |
