Jazelle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jazelle is a name of French origin, meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage'. It evolved from the Old French 'Giselle' through modern forms to its current version. The name embodies traits of elegance and charm, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is often associated with modernity.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jazelle"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈzɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
Jazelle is derived from the French name 'Giselle', which means 'pledge' or 'hostage'. It has also been associated with the Hebrew name 'Yizhar', meaning 'to shine'.
Meaning
pledge, hostage, to shine
Language Evolution
Giselle (Old French), Gisèle (Modern French), Jazelle (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Jazelle gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century, often seen as a modern and exotic variant of Giselle.
Variants & Derivatives
Giselle, Gisèle, Jazzy
Modern Popularity & Image
Jazelle is often viewed as a stylish and contemporary name, associated with elegance and charm.
Famous People
Jazelle Beddow (model), Jazelle K. (social media influencer)
📊 Jazelle Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Jazelle Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 185 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 20 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jazelle"
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 of "Jazelle"
"Jazelle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7700th of 27321 | 148 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2176th of 35406 | 1,345 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1645th of 30306 | 1,601 |
Regional Popularity of "Jazelle" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jazelle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
66.46% 4198th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.49% 2726th/4582 |
45.39% 2344th/5164 |
26.43% 1933rd/7313 |
21.59% 1611th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
44.48% 1772nd/3984 |
40.34% 1810th/4487 |
21.80% 1487th/6822 |
25.56% 1604th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jazelle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jazelle" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Jazelle" in the United States
The name Jazelle is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jazelle has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jazelle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7700th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2176th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1645th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jazelle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.