Jaclynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jaclynn is of English origin and means 'supplanter.' It evolved from James to Jacques, then Jacqueline, and finally Jaclynn. It reflects traits of strength and femininity and does not have biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the late 20th century as a contemporary variant.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jaclynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒæk.lɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Jaclynn is a modern variant of the name Jacqueline, which is derived from the French name Jacques, itself a form of the name James, meaning 'supplanter.'
Meaning
supplanter
Language Evolution
James, Jacques, Jacqueline, Jaclynn
Historical Usage
Jaclynn gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine form of the name Jacqueline, which has been in use since the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Jacqueline, Jackie, Jacqlyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jaclynn is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Jaclynn K. McCarty, Jaclynn K. Thomas
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Jaclynn Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 98 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 12 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jaclynn"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jaclynn"
"Jaclynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7607th of 9204 | 12 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3269th of 12526 | 250 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3096th of 19264 | 358 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1771st of 27321 | 1,198 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3558th of 35406 | 665 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5080th of 30306 | 312 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaclynn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jaclynn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
71.50% 2100th/2937 |
76.20% 2654th/3483 |
93.83% 3301st/3518 |
70.43% 2848th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.21% 1408th/3685 |
42.19% 1888th/4475 |
42.70% 2218th/5194 |
31.41% 1984th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
83.15% 4294th/5164 |
52.32% 3826th/7313 |
51.27% 3826th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
66.97% 4569th/6822 |
84.00% 5272nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jaclynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jaclynn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Jaclynn" in the United States
The name Jaclynn is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jaclynn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jaclynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7607th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3269th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3096th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1771st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3558th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5080th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jaclynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.