Jolee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jolee is a name of French origin meaning 'pretty' or 'nice.' It evolved from the French word 'jolie' and has modern variants such as Jolie and Jo. The name is perceived as fashionable and charming, with no significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jolee"
Pronunciation
/dʒoʊˈli/
Origin
French
Etymology
Jolee is derived from the French word 'jolie,' which means 'pretty' or 'nice.' The name embodies a sense of beauty and charm.
Meaning
pretty, nice
Language Evolution
Jolie (French), Jolee (modern English adaptation)
Historical Usage
Jolee gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern and trendy name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Jolie, Jo, Lee
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jolee is seen as a fashionable and feminine name, often associated with youthful exuberance and charm.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 160 peak births in 2017
Geographic Spread
Popular across 26 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jolee"
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 "Jolee"
"Jolee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7607th of 9204 | 12 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3269th of 12526 | 250 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2886th of 19264 | 399 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4277th of 27321 | 347 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2036th of 35406 | 1,485 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1846th of 30306 | 1,337 |
Regional Popularity of "Jolee" 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 "Jolee" 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) |
86.82% 2550th/2937 |
- |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
69.54% 2812th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
80.90% 4202nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.01% 2154th/4582 |
56.58% 2922nd/5164 |
26.17% 1914th/7313 |
35.71% 2665th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.67% 1660th/3984 |
65.79% 2952nd/4487 |
23.25% 1586th/6822 |
47.51% 2982nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jolee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jolee" 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 "Jolee" in the United States
The name Jolee 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, Jolee has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled 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, 'Jolee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7607th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3269th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2886th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4277th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2036th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1846th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jolee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.