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Jolene

Girl · French · Medium name

Meaning
Pretty, Yahweh is God

Meaning varies between reference sources.

Pronunciation
jo-LEEN
Origin
French

Modern English coinage, possibly from French 'jolie' meaning pretty.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: French, English

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom, Australia

Alternate spellings

  • JolineEnglish

    Variant spelling.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, French Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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