Jaclyn
girl name#2778 in 2025Jaclyn entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #114 in 1988, ranks #2778 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
#2778
rank today
#114
peak (1988)
61
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3714 |
| 1930s | #1953 |
| 1940s | #1400 |
| 1950s | #1179 |
| 1960s | #1333 |
| 1970s | #1146 |
| 1980s | #135 |
| 1990s | #263 |
| 2000s | #773 |
| 2010s | #1444 |
| 2020s | #2274 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jaclyn has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 48,000 people named Jaclyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jaclyn alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jaclyn in 2025?
- Jaclyn ranks #2778 among US girl names in 2025, with 61 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jaclyn most popular?
- Jaclyn peaked in 1988, reaching #114 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jaclyn with classmates?
- Jaclyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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