Jackqulyn
A feminine name derived from the Old French names Jacques and Jacqueline, meaning "supplanter" or "may God protect".
Name Census estimates that about 60 living Americans carry the first name Jackqulyn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Jackqulyn today is around 65 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jackqulyn births was 1964 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jackqulyn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jackqulyn. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
60
~ 1 in 5,712,572 Americans
Peak year
1964
9 babies that year
Average age
65
years old
1989 SSA rank
#13,135
Tracked since 1946
Popularity
Jackqulyn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jackqulyn from the 1940s through to the 1980s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1950s, with 30 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1950s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jackqulyn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jackqulyn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jackqulyn
The name Jackqulyn is a unique and intriguing one, with roots that can be traced back to various linguistic and cultural origins. It appears to be a modern amalgamation of two distinct names – Jack and Jacqueline.
Jack is a diminutive form of the name John, which has its origins in the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "Graced by God" or "God is gracious." The name John was widely popularized in Europe and the Christian world due to its association with John the Baptist and John the Evangelist. Historically, Jack emerged as a nickname for John, particularly in England, and gained widespread usage as an independent given name.
On the other hand, Jacqueline is a French feminine form of the name Jacques, which is derived from the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning "supplanter" or "one who follows." Jacques became a popular name in France during the Middle Ages, and Jacqueline emerged as its feminine counterpart. The name Jacqueline has been associated with several notable historical figures, including Jacqueline of Bavaria (1401-1436), a Countess of Holland and Hainaut, and Jacqueline Auriol (1917-2017), a French aviator and the first European woman to break the sound barrier.
The combination of Jack and Jacqueline into the name Jackqulyn is a relatively modern development, and its precise origins are somewhat unclear. However, it appears to be a creative fusion of these two distinct names, possibly inspired by a desire to create a unique and gender-neutral moniker.
Throughout history, several individuals have borne names similar to Jackqulyn, though not necessarily the exact spelling. One notable example is Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (1929-1994), the former First Lady of the United States and a prominent figure in American cultural and political history.
Another individual who bears mentioning is Jacqueline Woodson (born 1963), an acclaimed American writer and recipient of numerous literary awards, including the Coretta Scott King Award and the Hans Christian Andersen Award.
Jacqueline Cochran (1906-1980), an American pilot and one of the most prominent figures in aviation history, also deserves recognition. She was the first woman to break the sound barrier and held numerous speed and altitude records.
Additionally, Jacqueline du Pré (1945-1987), a renowned British cellist, was a celebrated musician whose career was tragically cut short due to multiple sclerosis.
Finally, Jacqueline of Hainault (1401-1436), also known as Jacqueline of Bavaria, was a noteworthy historical figure who played a significant role in the political and dynastic struggles of the Low Countries during the 15th century.
While the name Jackqulyn may be relatively modern and its origins somewhat obscure, it draws upon a rich tapestry of linguistic and historical influences, reflecting the diverse cultural heritage that has shaped many modern names.
People
Jackqulyn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jackqulyn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jackqulyn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jackqulyn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 60 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jackqulyn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 5,712,572 US residents.
Is Jackqulyn a common name?
We classify Jackqulyn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 57.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 81 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jackqulyn most popular?
The single biggest year for Jackqulyn was 1964, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jackqulyn is about 65 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jackqulyn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jackqulyn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jackqulyn in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Jackqulyn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jackqulyn in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jackqulyn can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Jackqulyn?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.