Girl · 2827th of 19,264
Joline
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,136
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1928
Peak Popularity Year
68
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Joline 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
The name Joline originates from French and is a diminutive of Jolene, which derives from Josephine. Its meaning is 'God will add.' The name has evolved through historical forms from Josephine to Jolene and finally to Joline. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly influenced by popular culture. Joline is viewed as a graceful and charming name, with variants such as Jolene and Jo.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dʒoʊˈliːn/
Origin
French
Etymology
Joline is a diminutive form of the name Jolene, which itself is derived from the name Josephine, rooted in the Hebrew name Yosef meaning 'God will add.'
Meaning
God will add
Language Evolution
Josephine, Jolene, Joline
Historical Usage
Joline gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly after the release of the song 'Jolene' by Dolly Parton in 1973.
Variants & Derivatives
Jolene, Jo, Joey
Modern Popularity & Image
Joline is perceived as a modern and feminine name, often associated with grace and charm.
Famous People
Joline Godfrey, an author and entrepreneur, Joline Van Dyke, a competitive swimmer
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 68 peak births in 1928
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Maine
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 11 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 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4171st of 9107 | 85 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1687th of 9204 | 419 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1992nd of 12526 | 570 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2827th of 19264 | 410 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4437th of 27321 | 328 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7788th of 35406 | 228 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11357th of 30306 | 96 |