"God is gracious"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Jackie
Pronunciation: [ j-AK-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"supplanter"
Origin: Hebrew via Latin
Language: English
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The Story of Jackie
Jackie is a diminutive of Jack, itself a medieval diminutive of John, which comes from the Hebrew Yochanan meaning God is gracious. Jackie as a standalone given name became popular in mid-20th century America and Britain, particularly for boys in the 1940s-1960s, though it has become more associated with girls over time due to figures like Jackie Kennedy.
Jackie was a common boy's name in the mid-20th century, popularized by figures like baseball legend Jackie Robinson and comedian Jackie Gleason. By the 1970s, it had largely shifted to feminine usage, making it increasingly rare for boys today.
Jackie Robinson, who broke Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947, made the name heroic in American culture. His legacy gives the name Jackie a lasting association with courage and civil rights for male bearers.
Historical Record
Jackie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 41,885 babies have been named Jackie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jackie is past its peak , currently ranked #2,895 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jackie Robinson was the first African American to play in MLB and wore number 42, which has been retired across all teams
- Jackie Gleason and Jackie Chan are both famous male bearers of the name
- The name Jack has been used in English since at least 1218 CE
Jackie in Other Languages
Irish
Seaghan
French
Jacquot
German
Hänschen
Italian
Giacomino
Spanish
Jaquito
Popularity Over Time
#2,895
Current Rank
Peaked 1951
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jackie
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Jackie Chan
Actor
1954
Hong Kong martial arts actor and filmmaker known worldwide for action comedies
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Jackie Robinson
Athlete
1919
Baseball legend who broke Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947
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Jackie Gleason
Entertainer
1916
American comedian and actor best known for The Honeymooners
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,895
- Total SSA Count
- 44
- Cultural Origins
- English American Irish Australian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Jack
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jackie
What does the name Jackie mean?
"God is gracious" (from Hebrew). "supplanter" (from Hebrew via Latin). Jackie is a diminutive of Jack, itself a medieval diminutive of John, which comes from the Hebrew Yochanan meaning God is gracious. Jackie as a standalone given name became popular in mid-20th century America and Britain, particularly for boys in the 1940s-1960s, though it has become more associated with girls over time due to figures like Jackie Kennedy.
What is the origin of the name Jackie?
Jackie has Hebrew, Hebrew via Latin, English, American, Irish, and Australian origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is gracious". In Hebrew via Latin, it means "supplanter".
Is Jackie a boy or girl name?
Jackie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2895. As a girl name, it is ranked #2279. Jackie is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Jackie?
Jackie is pronounced j-AK-ee.
How popular is the name Jackie?
Jackie is currently ranked #2895 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jackie?
Common nicknames for Jackie include Jack.
What are good middle names for Jackie?
Popular middle name pairings include Jackie James, Jackie Lee, Jackie Ray, Jackie Dean, and Jackie Paul.
What are good sibling names for Jackie?
Names that pair well with Jackie as siblings include Bobby, Tommy, Billy, Donna, and Sandy.
How many syllables does Jackie have?
Jackie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jackie a common or rare name?
Jackie is an uncommon name, ranked #2895 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jackie
Jackie is a boy name with English, American, Irish, and Australian origins . The name means "God is gracious" in Hebrew .
Is Jackie a boy or girl name? Jackie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,895 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,279. Jackie is more commonly used as a girl name.
Jackie is currently ranked #2,895 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jackie has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-AK-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jackie include Jack. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jackie include Jack, Jackson . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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