Jolynn Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjo-LIN / dʒoʊˈlɪnEnglish; American
Meaning
English: Combination of 'Jo' and 'Lynn'; American: Variant of 'Jolene'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jolynn is a modern name that emerged in the 20th century, primarily in the United States. It is often considered a blend of the names 'Jo' and 'Lynn', reflecting a trend of combining names for uniqueness. The name gained popularity during the 1960s and 1970s, aligning with the rise of similar compound names. It is often associated with a feminine and gentle sound.
Trend Summary
Jolynn has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a peak in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jolene
- Jo Lynn
International Variants
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Famous people named Jolynn
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Fictional characters named Jolynn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jolynn was first seen in the United States in 1935. Jolynn has ranked as high as #1029 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Utah, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Jolynn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jolynn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 13 |
| 1945 | 20 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 43 |
| 1948 | 27 |
| 1949 | 32 |
| 1950 | 28 |
| 1951 | 40 |
| 1952 | 55 |
| 1953 | 42 |
| 1954 | 59 |
| 1955 | 49 |
| 1956 | 55 |
| 1957 | 77 |
| 1958 | 88 |
| 1959 | 91 |
| 1960 | 99 |
| 1961 | 96 |
| 1962 | 107 |
| 1963 | 94 |
| 1964 | 96 |
| 1965 | 92 |
| 1966 | 81 |
| 1967 | 74 |
| 1968 | 96 |
| 1969 | 104 |
| 1970 | 101 |
| 1971 | 92 |
| 1972 | 76 |
| 1973 | 60 |
| 1974 | 88 |
| 1975 | 98 |
| 1976 | 83 |
| 1977 | 84 |
| 1978 | 67 |
| 1979 | 70 |
| 1980 | 84 |
| 1981 | 83 |
| 1982 | 72 |
| 1983 | 66 |
| 1984 | 66 |
| 1985 | 61 |
| 1986 | 59 |
| 1987 | 52 |
| 1988 | 48 |
| 1989 | 46 |
| 1990 | 48 |
| 1991 | 53 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 45 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 38 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 46 |
| 2002 | 41 |
| 2003 | 51 |
| 2004 | 55 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 47 |
| 2007 | 49 |
| 2008 | 45 |
| 2009 | 49 |
| 2010 | 49 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 50 |
| 2013 | 44 |
| 2014 | 48 |
| 2015 | 45 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 42 |
| 2018 | 53 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 19 |