Jaselle
A feminine name derived from jasmine, meaning "graceful flower".
Name Census estimates that about 456 living Americans carry the first name Jaselle. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Jaselle today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jaselle births was 2008 (34 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jaselle. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
456
~ 1 in 751,654 Americans
Peak year
2008
34 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2024 SSA rank
#9,167
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Jaselle: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jaselle from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 227 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaselle by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jaselle during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Jaselles live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. California, Texas, Florida recorded the most babies named Jaselle, while Florida, Texas, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 35 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jaselle
The name Jaselle is believed to have its origins in the Occitan language, a Romance language spoken in southern France, parts of Spain, and Italy during the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Occitan word "jasella," which means "jasmine flower." This connection suggests that the name may have been initially used to describe someone with a sweet or pleasant demeanor, akin to the fragrant jasmine blossom.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jaselle can be found in a medieval French text from the 13th century, where it was used to refer to a young woman from the region of Provence. This early usage indicates that the name was in circulation during the High Middle Ages, particularly in the areas where the Occitan language was spoken.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Jaselle. One of the most prominent was Jaselle de Comminges (1345-1413), a French noblewoman and heiress who played a significant role in the territorial disputes between France and England during the Hundred Years' War. Her marriage to Gaston Phoebus, Count of Foix, solidified her family's power and influence in the region.
Another notable figure was Jaselle Bertrand (1520-1592), a French poet and writer who was part of the literary circle known as the Pléiade. Her works, which included sonnets and odes, were celebrated for their lyrical beauty and innovative use of language.
In the realm of art, Jaselle Clément (1670-1742) was a French painter and portraitist who gained recognition for her skillful depictions of aristocratic figures and religious subjects. Her works can be found in several prominent museums across Europe.
Moving into the modern era, Jaselle Giraud (1892-1970) was a French actress and singer who rose to fame in the early 20th century. She appeared in numerous films and stage productions, becoming a beloved figure in the Parisian entertainment scene.
Finally, Jaselle Descombes (1913-2001) was a French resistance fighter during World War II. She played a crucial role in the French Resistance movement, helping to smuggle allied soldiers and gather intelligence against the Nazi occupation. Her bravery and dedication earned her numerous honors and medals from the French government.
While the name Jaselle may have originated from a floral reference, its historical usage and association with notable figures across various fields have imbued it with a sense of elegance, creativity, and courage over the centuries.
People
Jaselle + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jaselle as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jaselle: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jaselle?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 456 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jaselle going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 751,654 US residents.
Is Jaselle a common name?
We classify Jaselle as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 461 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jaselle most popular?
The single biggest year for Jaselle was 2008, when 34 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jaselle is about 15 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jaselle a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jaselle in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.