Amelia vs Jaclyn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jaclyn

Girl #2,722 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,722
Total SSA Count
63
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jackie, Jac

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Jaclyn Rank #2,722

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2722 for Jaclyn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Jaclyn ___

  • Jaclyn Marie
  • Jaclyn Rose
  • Jaclyn Ann
  • Jaclyn Nicole
  • Jaclyn Lynn
  • Jaclyn Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Jaclyn

John Caroline Michael Elizabeth Patrick

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Jaclyn more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Jaclyn at #2722 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Jaclyn mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Jaclyn means "supplanter, one who follows" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Jaclyn boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Jaclyn is primarily a girl name.

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