What is the origin of the name Jacqelyn?

Jacqelyn is a name of French and Hebrew origin. It is often classified as a modern, royal & classic name.

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Q: What does the name Jacqelyn mean?

Jacqelyn means "Jacqelyn is a spelling variant of Jacqueline, the French feminine form of Jacques, ultimately from Hebrew Jacob, often linked to supplanter.".

Jacqelyn is a spelling variant of Jacqueline, the French feminine form of Jacques, ultimately from Hebrew Jacob, often linked to supplanter.

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