Liam Patel

By Liam Patel
Linguistics Researcher

Updated on September 04, 2024

Jackilyn

US Popularity Rank: 10293

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: Supplanter; Holder of the heel

Smooth and chic Jackilyn is a respelling of French Jacqueline, a feminine name ultimately inspired by the Greek and Hebrew Jacob. Meaning “supplanter” or “holder of the heel,” Jackilyn is for the excited tot ready to grab life by the, well, heel. Jackilyn’s sweet “i” and “y” pairing makes for a playful appellation that will keep its youthful charm as baby grows and blossoms.