Jacqueline vs Meredith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacqueline

Girl #589 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who grasps the heel"

Origin: Hebrew (via French Jacques)

Cultural Roots

French English American Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#589
Total SSA Count
510
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jackie, Jack, Jacqui

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Jacqueline Rank #589
Meredith Rank #490

Meredith is more popular, ranked #490 vs #589 for Jacqueline.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jacqueline ___

  • Jacqueline Marie
  • Jacqueline Rose
  • Jacqueline Ann
  • Jacqueline Louise
  • Jacqueline Elise
  • Jacqueline Claire

Meredith ___

  • Meredith Grace
  • Meredith Ann
  • Meredith Rose
  • Meredith Jane
  • Meredith Kate
  • Meredith Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jacqueline

Caroline Josephine Charlotte Robert Edward

If you choose Meredith

Rhys Bronwen Gareth Seren Callum

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jacqueline or Meredith more popular?

Meredith is more popular, ranked #490 compared to Jacqueline at #589 in the United States.

What do Jacqueline and Meredith mean?

Jacqueline means "supplanter, one who grasps the heel" (Hebrew (via French Jacques) origin). Meredith means "great lord, magnificent ruler" (Welsh origin).

Are Jacqueline and Meredith boy or girl names?

Jacqueline is primarily a girl name. Meredith is primarily a girl name.

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