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Name Origin

Jackie is a diminutive of the name Jacqueline, which is a French feminine form of the name Jacob. Jacob originates from the Hebrew name Ya'akov, meaning 'supplanter' or 'he who grasps the heel'.

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Famous People

Jackie Robinson (1919-1972)

Baseball Player

  • First African American player in Major League Baseball
  • Broke the color barrier in professional baseball
  • Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame

Jackie Chan (1954-)

Actor, Martial Artist, Stuntman

  • International film star known for martial arts action comedies
  • Performed many of his own stunts
  • Recipient of numerous awards and honors