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Jolie is a feminine name used in English and Dutch. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Means ‘pretty’ in French. This name was popularized by American actress Angelina Jolie (1975-), whose surname was originally her middle name." It ranked #1030 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, means ‘pretty’ in French. This name was popularized by American actress Angelina Jolie (1975-), whose surname was originally her middle name. The entry lists its usage as English, Dutch (Modern).
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Jolie ranked #1030 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #1030 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jolie mean?
Jolie means "pretty", according to Behind the Name.
Is Jolie a popular name?
Jolie ranked #1030 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Jolie a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Jolie appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Jolie — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
