Jolyn
Jolyn is a girl baby name. Ranked #66,398 in the US, popular nicknames include Jol, Joy, and Jolie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jolyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,869 babies have been named Jolyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jolyn is past its peak , currently ranked #66,398 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #66,398
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Jolyn
Jolyn is a girl name .
Jolyn is currently ranked #66,398 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jolyn include Jol, Joy, and Jolie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jolyn include Jolyne . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis