Joleen Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjo-LEEN / dʒoʊˈlinEnglish; French
Meaning
English: diminutive of Jo; French: youthful
Historical & Cultural Background
Joleen is often considered a modern name that gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It is derived from the name Jolene, which itself is a combination of the name Jo and the suffix -lene. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its rise in popularity can be attributed to its use in music and popular culture.
Trend Summary
Joleen has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1970s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jolene
- Jo
International Variants
- Jolène (French)
- Yolanda (Spanish)
Famous people named Joleen
Joleen Chaney is a television personality known for her work in local news broadcasting.
Joleen McElroy is a noted author recognized for her contributions to children's literature.
Fictional characters named Joleen
Joleen is a character in the song 'Jolene' by Dolly Parton, known for her beauty and the narrator's plea.
Joleen is a character in the television series 'The Office', appearing as a minor character in a few episodes.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Joleen was first seen in the United States in 1925. Joleen has ranked as high as #895 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in California, Iowa, Minnesota, Washington, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Joleen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Joleen (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 28 |
| 1935 | 23 |
| 1936 | 28 |
| 1937 | 33 |
| 1938 | 29 |
| 1939 | 42 |
| 1940 | 38 |
| 1941 | 28 |
| 1942 | 43 |
| 1943 | 36 |
| 1944 | 31 |
| 1945 | 34 |
| 1946 | 57 |
| 1947 | 41 |
| 1948 | 66 |
| 1949 | 76 |
| 1950 | 82 |
| 1951 | 100 |
| 1952 | 92 |
| 1953 | 109 |
| 1954 | 124 |
| 1955 | 109 |
| 1956 | 128 |
| 1957 | 117 |
| 1958 | 129 |
| 1959 | 122 |
| 1960 | 124 |
| 1961 | 132 |
| 1962 | 134 |
| 1963 | 111 |
| 1964 | 95 |
| 1965 | 102 |
| 1966 | 105 |
| 1967 | 88 |
| 1968 | 91 |
| 1969 | 115 |
| 1970 | 120 |
| 1971 | 89 |
| 1972 | 62 |
| 1973 | 76 |
| 1974 | 187 |
| 1975 | 161 |
| 1976 | 173 |
| 1977 | 182 |
| 1978 | 136 |
| 1979 | 116 |
| 1980 | 145 |
| 1981 | 131 |
| 1982 | 135 |
| 1983 | 127 |
| 1984 | 97 |
| 1985 | 86 |
| 1986 | 78 |
| 1987 | 68 |
| 1988 | 62 |
| 1989 | 59 |
| 1990 | 46 |
| 1991 | 60 |
| 1992 | 63 |
| 1993 | 45 |
| 1994 | 50 |
| 1995 | 49 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 38 |
| 2001 | 56 |
| 2002 | 50 |
| 2003 | 51 |
| 2004 | 44 |
| 2005 | 59 |
| 2006 | 43 |
| 2007 | 62 |
| 2008 | 41 |
| 2009 | 42 |
| 2010 | 46 |
| 2011 | 45 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2014 | 45 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 37 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 15 |