Name meaning
Jolie Name Meaning - Pretty (French)
- Meaning
- Pretty
- Origin
- French
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- JO-LI-E
Jolie means "Pretty" (French). Jolie is a girl name from French meaning "Pretty." French word for pretty; also carries joy in its root.
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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown
Jolie is a girl name from French meaning "Pretty." French word for pretty; also carries joy in its root.
Origin and Historical Usage
In French communities, Jolie is used as a girl given name. Documented bearers appear in civil and church records, though frequency differs by country.
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetic
- JO-LI-E
- Syllables
- 2
Geographic and Cultural Usage
Outside French countries, Jolie is often chosen for diaspora identity or because the meaning "Pretty" fits a naming theme. Pronunciation follows local accent rules.
Popularity
Treat Jolie as a distinctive pick: strong meaning, lower everyday frequency.
Notable People Named Jolie
- AAngelina Jolie (actress)
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