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Jacquelyn

Pronunciation: [ j-AKW-ihl-ihn ]

Boy Name #11,688 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Jacquelyn is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced j-AKW-ihl-ihn.

Parents who love the name Jacquelyn often also consider Jane, Janie, Janet .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#11,688
Total SSA Count
8

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Jac Jay Jacie Jacqie

Also a Girl Name

Jacquelyn is also used as a girl name, ranked #2282.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jacquelyn

Is Jacquelyn a boy or girl name?
Jacquelyn is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #11688. As a girl name, it is ranked #2282. Jacquelyn is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Jacquelyn?
Jacquelyn is pronounced j-AKW-ihl-ihn.
How popular is the name Jacquelyn?
Jacquelyn is currently ranked #11688 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jacquelyn?
Common nicknames for Jacquelyn include Jac, Jay, Jacie, and Jacqie.
Is Jacquelyn a common or rare name?
Jacquelyn is an uncommon name, ranked #11688 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Jacquelyn

Jacquelyn is a boy name .

Is Jacquelyn a boy or girl name? Jacquelyn is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #11,688 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,282. Jacquelyn is more commonly used as a girl name.

Jacquelyn is currently ranked #11,688 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Jacquelyn include Jac, Jay, Jacie, and Jacqie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Jacquelyn include Jacques . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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