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Jaclyn

JAK-lin

Popularity

#2722

falling

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

49,672

Peak Year

#2,502 in 1988

First Recorded

1923

Style

Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Jaclyn is a variation of Jacqueline, the feminine form of Jacques, which is the French form of Jacob. Jacob comes from the Hebrew name Yaakov, meaning 'supplanter'.

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JackieLynLynn

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Jaclyn Smith

    American actress and businesswoman, known for 'Charlie's Angels'

  • Jaclyn Linetsky

    Canadian actress and voice actress

Nicknames

JackieLynLynn

Spelling Variations

JacquelineJacklynJacklynn

Similar Names

EvelynMadelynCarolynJocelynGwendolyn

Personality Traits

FriendlyEnergeticCharmingLoyalSociable

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