Jacquelin
Meaning of Jacquelin
Jacquelin is a feminine given name of French provenance, constituting an orthographic variant of Jacqueline— the feminine counterpart to Jacques— which in turn originates from the Hebrew name Yaʿaqov, meaning “supplanter.” In English usage, it is uniformly rendered as /ˈdʒæk.lɪn/, a phonetic form that underscores its concise, bisyllabic structure and facilitates consistent pronunciation across Anglo-American contexts. Etymologically, Jacquelin exemplifies the morphological process by which a masculine root undergoes gender inflection and orthographic adaptation to yield a distinct feminine appellation. Historically disseminated through medieval Francophone registers and subsequently integrated into English-speaking societies via literary citation and migratory exchange, the name conveys associations of classical refinement, assured resilience, and transatlantic cultural resonance. Although its popularity has fluctuated over the past century—most recently ranking 939th among female names in the United States in 2024—Jacquelin endures as a choice that balances venerable heritage with modern versatility.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as JAK-lin (/ˈdʒæk.lɪn/)
British English
- Pronunced as JAK-lin (/ˈdʒak.lɪn/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Jacquelin
| Jacquelin Holzman - |
| Jacquelin Perske - |
