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Jacqueline

“supplanter”

About the name Jacqueline

Jacqueline is a French feminine form of the name Jacques, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov, meaning ‘supplanter’. Notable bearers include Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, the former First Lady of the United States, who is remembered for her style and grace.

Meaning
supplanter
Origin
French
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
JAK-uh-leen(3 syl.)

Variants and spellings

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Middle names for Jacqueline

  • Jacqueline Marie
  • Jacqueline Anne
  • Jacqueline Claire
  • Jacqueline Rose
  • Jacqueline Lynn

Questions about Jacqueline

What does Jacqueline mean?
Jacqueline is a French name meaning "supplanter".
How do you pronounce Jacqueline?
Jacqueline is pronounced JAK-uh-leen, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Jacqueline?
Variants of Jacqueline include Jacquelyn, Jacquline, Jaqueline.

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