Jolly
Pronunciation: [ j-AHL-ee ]
Jolly is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,872 in the US, popular nicknames include Jol, Joy, and Jolie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Jolly first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 77 babies have been named Jolly in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jolly is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,872 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,872
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Jolly is also used as a girl name, ranked #67068.
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About the Name Jolly
Jolly is a boy name .
Is Jolly a boy or girl name? Jolly is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #19,872 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #67,068. Jolly is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jolly is currently ranked #19,872 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jolly include Jol, Joy, and Jolie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis