Jovial Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationJOH-vee-uhl / /ˈdʒoʊ.vi.əl/

Latin; English

Meaning

Latin: cheerful; English: happy

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Jovial is derived from the Latin word 'jovialis', which means cheerful or merry. It is associated with the Roman god Jupiter, who was often depicted as a jovial figure. The name has been used in English since the 17th century, reflecting a positive disposition. It is not commonly used as a given name but may appear in literary contexts.

Similar Names

JoyceJovitaJovannyJovencio

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Famous people named Jovial

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Sibling Suggestions

JovianJulianJasperJordanJonah

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Jovial was first seen in the United States in 2021. Jovial has ranked as high as #1357 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jovial has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Jovial

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20216