Jacqueline
Jacqueline is the French feminine of Jacques, which derives from the Hebrew "Ya'aqov" (Jacob) — meaning supplanter or one who follows. The name traveled from Hebrew to Latin (Iacomus) to Old French (Jacques) to its feminine form. Jacqueline entered wider English usage through the 20th century, particularly in French-American families. Jacqueline was a top-100 American name from 1955 to 1985, peaking at #37 in 1964. The driver was Jacqueline Kennedy (1929-1994), First Lady during John F. Kennedy's presidency (1961-1963). Her combination of elegance, intelligence, and stoic public composure after JFK's assassination made her one of the most admired women of the 20th century. She later married Aristotle Onassis. I find Jacqueline has an elegant, slightly French quality — the "J" opening is firm, the "qu" cluster is unusual, and the "ine" ending gives it length. The nickname Jackie (made iconic by Jackie Kennedy and Jackie Robinson, the baseball player) lightens it considerably. The name has been outside the US top 200 since 2008. Jacqueline is a female name of French / Hebrew origin that means "Supplanter (feminine of Jacques/James)". Elegant, French, and composed. The name sounds classic. Jacquelines tend to be graceful. US peaked #37 in 1964. Outside top 200 since 2008. Well-known people named Jacqueline include Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (First Lady), Jacqueline (Jackie) Robinson (wife of Jackie Robinson), Jacqueline (French form), Jacqueline Wilson (author). Common variations and related forms of Jacqueline include Jaclyn (variant), Jackie (nickname), Jacoba (Dutch), Giacomina (Italian).