The name Jacqueline is of French origin and means "God is gracious." It is derived from the Late Latin name Jacomina, which was a diminutive of Jacomus, meaning "supplanter" or "seize by the heel," possibly referring to the biblical story of Jacob wrestling with an angel. The name Jacqueline first appeared in France during the Middle Ages and became popular among French nobility. It eventually spread to other parts of Europe and beyond, becoming a widely recognized name around the world. Today, Jacqueline remains a popular choice for parents looking for a classic yet elegant name for their daughter.
The name Jacqueline experienced a significant surge in popularity from the late 1980s onwards, with a notable peak in 1999 (688 births) and again in 2000 (1200 births). However, it has been on a steady decline since the early 2000s, with only 72 births recorded in 2022. Overall, there have been 15371 recorded births of the name Jacqueline from 1923 to 2023.