Find out how popular the first name Jolie has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jolie by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Jolie is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 293 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Jolie.

The history of the first name Jolie

The name Jolie originates from the French language and means "pretty" or "beautiful." It is derived from the Old French word "jolie," which comes from the Latin word "gaudere," meaning "to rejoice" or "to be glad."

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Jolie dates back to the 12th century, when it appeared in the French epic poem "La Chanson de Roland" (The Song of Roland). In the poem, Jolie is mentioned as a beautiful woman who was admired by the Knights of Charlemagne.

During the Middle Ages, the name Jolie was popular among the French nobility and upper classes, who often used it to describe their daughters' beauty and grace. It was also used in literary works, such as the 14th-century French romance "Le Roman de la Rose" (The Romance of the Rose).

In the 16th century, the name Jolie became more widespread and was used by families from various social classes. One notable figure with this name was Jolie de Rohan (1577-1638), a French noblewoman and courtier who was known for her beauty and intelligence.

Over the centuries, the name Jolie has been used by several other notable individuals, including Jolie Gabor (1896-1997), a Hungarian-American actress and socialite, and Jolie Holland (born 1976), an American singer-songwriter and musician.

Another famous Jolie was Jolie Lee (1962-2005), an American actress and model who appeared in several films and television shows in the 1980s and 1990s. She was known for her striking beauty and her roles in movies like "The Allnighter" and "Head Office."

Additionally, Jolie Justus (born 1961) is an American politician and lawyer who served as the Director of the Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations from 2009 to 2017.

Lastly, Jolie Blon was the name of a popular Cajun folk song that was first recorded in the late 19th century. The song's title, which means "Pretty Blonde" in Louisiana French, became a popular name for women in the region.

Data source

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