Declining since 2007.
Popularity of Joli since 1950
Babies named Joli per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 111 |
| 1960s | 179 |
| 1970s | 223 |
| 1980s | 145 |
| 1990s | 132 |
| 2000s | 210 |
| 2010s | 132 |
| 2020s | 23 |
Meaning & origin
Joli is a French-derived name meaning 'pretty,' directly adopted into English. First recorded in 1950, it saw a modest peak in 1969, after which its usage gradually declined. Since 2007, its trajectory has been consistently falling, and it has not entered the top 1000 in recent decades. The name's light, cheerful sound and French flair make it a distinctive choice, though its rarity means it is often encountered via the more common spelling 'Jolie.' Joli reflects a mid-20th-century trend of using appealing French words as given names, similar to Cherie or Fleur.
Joli is a French word meaning 'pretty' or 'nice,' directly adopted as a given name. It emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century, likely influenced by French-language fashion or as a variant of Jolie. Its use has remained modest, peaking in 1969 and declining since the late 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Joli
Names that share Joli's style, for a brother or sister.
