Jackie
Jackie is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Supplanter or God may protect.
Origin and history
Jackie is a diminutive of Jacqueline or Jack, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Jacob. Historically popular as a standalone given name in the mid-20th century, it remains a familiar classic in the United States. It carries a friendly, unisex charm while remaining widely recognized for females.
Popularity in the United States
91,253 babies in the United States have been named Jackie since 1880. It ranks #401 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1626.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.5 %)
- CA (9 %)
- OH (5.4 %)
- IL (4.6 %)
- NC (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 9 |
| 1900-1910 | 150 |
| 1910-1920 | 650 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,895 |
| 1930-1940 | 8,215 |
| 1940-1950 | 13,090 |
| 1950-1960 | 19,303 |
| 1960-1970 | 25,894 |
| 1970-1980 | 9,304 |
| 1980-1990 | 6,047 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,844 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,386 |
| 2010-2019 | 991 |
| 2020-2029 | 475 |
Famous people named Jackie
- Jackie Joyner-Kersee: athlete, olympian
- Jackie Evancho: singer
Fun facts
- The name gained immense international visibility through First Lady Jacqueline 'Jackie' Kennedy Onassis.
- Jackie peaked in U.S. popularity as a female given name during the 1930s through the 1960s.