Jackqueline is of American origin, derived from the masculine name Jack, which is a diminutive of John, and the feminine suffix -eline. It was popularized during the mid-20th century and gained prominence through its use in media and literature.
The name Jacqueline experienced a significant rise and fall in popularity over the century. It peaked in the mid-20th century with a high of 73 births in 1964, but has since declined sharply, with only 5 births recorded in both 2010 and 2011.