Jacquelyn
boy nameJacquelyn entered the US charts in 1942, peaked at #3430 in 1944, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1942–2025
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rank today
#3430
peak (1944)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3574 |
| 1950s | #3675 |
| 1960s | #3729 |
| 1970s | #4814 |
| 1980s | #5758 |
| 1990s | #5823 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jacquelyn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jacquelyn alive today was born around 1970, making them about 55 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jacquelyn in 2025?
- Jacquelyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jacquelyn most popular?
- Jacquelyn peaked in 1944, reaching #3430 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jacquelyn with classmates?
- Jacquelyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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