Jacklyn
Jacklyn is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Supplanter, or may God protect.
Origin and history
Jacklyn is an American variant spelling of Jacqueline, which derives via French from the Hebrew name Jacob. It gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century as a phonetic adaptation of the traditional spelling. While less common today, it remains a recognized feminine name.
Popularity in the United States
16,997 babies in the United States have been named Jacklyn since 1880. It ranks #1167 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1660.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19.1 %)
- TX (13.1 %)
- NY (10.8 %)
- IL (6.4 %)
- MI (6.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 27 |
| 1920-1930 | 196 |
| 1930-1940 | 646 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,193 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,562 |
| 1960-1970 | 939 |
| 1970-1980 | 919 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,058 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,806 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,146 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,064 |
| 2020-2029 | 441 |
Famous people named Jacklyn
- Jacklyn Zeman: Actress
Nicknames
Jackie, Jacky, Lyn
Fun facts
- Jacklyn emerged as a popular modern alternative spelling of Jacqueline in the United States, simplifying the French ending.
- Despite its modern English appearance, Jacklyn ultimately derives from the ancient Hebrew root Yaaqov.