Jacqueline
girl name#558 in 2025Jacqueline entered the US charts in 1891, peaked at #37 in 1961, ranks #558 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1891–2025
#558
rank today
#37
peak (1961)
541
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1219 |
| 1900s | #700 |
| 1910s | #459 |
| 1920s | #159 |
| 1930s | #76 |
| 1940s | #65 |
| 1950s | #75 |
| 1960s | #51 |
| 1970s | #83 |
| 1980s | #61 |
| 1990s | #74 |
| 2000s | #111 |
| 2010s | #271 |
| 2020s | #517 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jacqueline has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 344,000 people named Jacqueline are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jacqueline alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jacqueline in 2025?
- Jacqueline ranks #558 among US girl names in 2025, with 541 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jacqueline most popular?
- Jacqueline peaked in 1961, reaching #37 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jacqueline with classmates?
- Jacqueline will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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