Holding steady.
Popularity of Jolita since 1939
Babies named Jolita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 24 |
| 1960s | 15 |
| 1970s | 42 |
| 1980s | 23 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jolita is a Lithuanian name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1939, but it has never cracked the top 1000. Its peak year was 1970, and its trajectory over the last decade has been stable, suggesting consistent but rare usage. The name is primarily used for girls and is most common among families with Lithuanian heritage. Without a clear etymology, it remains a modest, culturally specific choice.
Jolita is a Lithuanian feminine given name, likely a diminutive form derived from longer names such as Jolanta or Jolita itself, a variant of the Polish Jolanta, which ultimately comes from the Greek name Iolanthe (violet flower). However, the direct meaning is not clearly established. It has been used in Lithuania since at least the early 20th century, with a peak in popularity during the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jola, Jole, Lita
Variants: Jolyta, Jolita
Sibling names for Jolita
Names that share Jolita's style, for a brother or sister.
