Spelling Variants
Jacqueline vs Jaqueline: Which Spelling?
Jacqueline (French) and Jaqueline (English) are variant spellings of the same name derived from Jacob.
Global Rank #95
Jacqueline
Origin: French
Jacqueline is the French feminine form of Jacques, derived from the Hebrew name Jacob (Yaakov), meaning "supplanter" or "one who follows." The name comes from the Latin Iacobus, which was…
Global Rank #20
Jaqueline
Origin: English (Modern)
Jaqueline is the feminine form of Jacque/Jacques, derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov (Jacob), meaning "supplanter" or "one who follows," with roots tracing through Latin (Iacobus) and Old French (Jacques).
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Jaqueline currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.