Declining since 2007, #1,029 for girls today.
Popularity of Jolie since 1947
Babies named Jolie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 22 |
| 1950s | 339 |
| 1960s | 741 |
| 1970s | 1,286 |
| 1980s | 714 |
| 1990s | 804 |
| 2000s | 4,324 |
| 2010s | 3,901 |
| 2020s | 1,968 |
Meaning & origin
Jolie, a French word name meaning 'pretty,' has been used as a given name in the United States since at least 1947. It experienced a notable rise in popularity during the 2000s, peaking in 2008. As of 2025, it ranks 1029th, with about 1 in 6,614 baby girls receiving the name. Its trajectory has been falling since 2007. The name has had particular appeal in states like Louisiana, Connecticut, and Oklahoma. Jolie is primarily considered a girl's name and has inspired a few spelling variants such as Joley and Jolee. The name's modern usage was likely bolstered by actress Angelina Jolie, though it existed long before her fame.
Jolie is a French word meaning 'pretty' or 'cheerful.' It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries since the early 20th century, likely influenced by the French adjective. Its popularity surged in the 2000s, partly due to actress Angelina Jolie, though the name's use predates her fame.
Where Jolie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Jolie” around the world
Where Jolie lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jo, Joli
Sibling names for Jolie
Names that share Jolie's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Sophie, Chloe, Belle, Camille, Margot, Dasani, Karis, Liberty, Twyla, Briel, Chardonnay, Jinger, Kailei, Kalise, Kylani, Myonna, Normani, Airelle, Daneka, Demarie, Enjoli, Jayelle, Jnae, Jordie, Mirelle, Chalise, Chanin, Charnay, Janei, Jhordyn, Jode, Joelee, Jolani, Jolyne, Jonay, Myrikal, Shantil
Brothers: Olivier, Remi, Luc, Emile, Julien, Jireh, Jrue, Jowell, Jasin, Javius, Joseth, Johnte, Chalon
Names like Jolie
Names whose popularity has moved with Jolie's over the last 50 years.
