Girl · 728th of 35,406
Jolie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
13,855
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2008
Peak Popularity Year
546
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jolie stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Jolie is a French name meaning 'pretty' or 'lovely'. It evolved from the Old French 'joli' and has become popular in English-speaking countries in recent years. The name carries connotations of beauty and charm, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈʒoʊli/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Jolie is derived from the French word 'joli', meaning 'pretty' or 'lovely'. It has been used as a given name in French-speaking regions.
Meaning
Pretty, lovely
Language Evolution
Old French: Joli, Modern French: Jolie
Historical Usage
The name Jolie has gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century, influenced by cultural figures and media.
Variants & Derivatives
Joly, Jolie-Anne, Jolie-Marie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jolie is often associated with beauty and charm, partly due to its use by celebrities and in popular media.
Famous People
Angelina Jolie, Jolie Richardson
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 546 peak births in 2008
Geographic Spread
Popular across 38 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 12 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1921st of 12526 | 599 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1048th of 19264 | 1,883 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1917th of 27321 | 1,064 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 728th of 35406 | 5,814 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 754th of 30306 | 4,495 |