Jacqueline is a unique and beautiful name of French origin. It is derived from the French name Jacqueline, which in turn comes from the male name Jacques, meaning "he who supplants" or "seizes by the heel". The name Jacques is ultimately derived from the Latin name Jacobus, which means "supplanter".
The name Jacqueline has been used historically as a female form of Jacques. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages in France and has since become widely recognized around the world. Some famous individuals named Jacqueline include French singer-songwriter Jacqueline Danno, American actress Jacqueline Bisset, and Belgian tennis player Kim Clijsters, who was born Jacqueline Clijsters.
In literature, Jacqueline is also featured prominently as the main character in "Jacqueline ou la Colonie" by French author Henri Charrière. The name has a certain elegance and sophistication to it, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a unique yet timeless name for their daughters. Despite its French origin, Jacqueline can be found among diverse cultures and backgrounds worldwide, demonstrating its versatility as a name.
The name Jaquelyne has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years in the United States. In the early to mid-1990s, there were consistently around 8 births per year with this name. However, starting in the late 1990s, we began to see a significant increase in its popularity.
In 1998 and 1999, there were 13 births each year with the name Jaquelyne. This number peaked in 2000 with 24 births that year. This marked a considerable surge in popularity for this name during that time period.
After reaching its peak in 2000, the popularity of the name Jaquelyne began to decline once again. By 2011 and 2012, there were only 5 and 6 births per year respectively with this name.
Overall, over these years from 1989 to 2014, there have been a total of 218 births in the United States with the name Jaquelyne. While it has seen periods of significant popularity, particularly between 1998 and 2000, its overall trend has been one of fluctuating popularity over time.