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What does the baby name Jacquelin mean? Learn about what Jacquelin means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Jacquelin - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Jacquelin
J-A-C-Q-U-E-L-I-N, is a 9-letter male given name.
Meaning of Jacquelin
Supplanter.
Origin of Jacquelin
The name 'Jacquelin' has its origins in the French language. It is a variant of the name 'Jacqueline', which is the feminine form of the name 'Jacques'. 'Jacques' is the French equivalent of the name 'James', derived from the Hebrew name 'Yaakov'.
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Popularity of Jacquelin
The name 'Jacquelin' has not been as popular as its feminine counterpart 'Jacqueline'. It has seen sporadic usage over the years, but it has never reached high levels of popularity.
Jacquelin currently has 2 likes, and is in the top 10% of liked boy's names. The name Abayomi is slightly more popular than Jacquelin.

Etymology of Jacquelin

The name 'Jacquelin' is derived from the French name 'Jacques', which in turn comes from the Hebrew name 'Yaakov'. 'Yaakov' means 'supplanter' or 'one who follows'. The name 'Jacquelin' carries the same meaning as 'Jacques', signifying someone who may take the place of another or succeed another.

Cultural Significance of Jacquelin

In French culture, the name 'Jacquelin' is seen as a masculine form of the more commonly used 'Jacqueline'. It carries the same connotations of elegance and sophistication. However, it is important to note that 'Jacquelin' is not as widely recognized or used as 'Jacqueline'.