Jacklyn vs Kathryn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacklyn

Girl #2,887 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew via French

English American French

✓ All Clear

Girl #716 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek katharos

English American Irish Scottish

✓ All Clear

Jacklyn Rank #2,887

Kathryn Rank #716

Kathryn is more popular, ranked #716 vs #2887 for Jacklyn.

Is Jacklyn or Kathryn more popular?

Kathryn is more popular, ranked #716 compared to Jacklyn at #2887 in the United States.

What do Jacklyn and Kathryn mean?

Jacklyn means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew via French origin). Kathryn means "pure, clear" (Greek katharos origin).

Are Jacklyn and Kathryn boy or girl names?

Jacklyn is primarily a girl name. Kathryn is primarily a girl name.