UK girl's name
Jolee
Variant of the French feminine name Jolie, meaning "pretty" or "beautiful".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2016. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Jolee is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Jolee popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2016 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5785, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 6 births.
This profile covers 18 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2001 to 2016. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 18 living people in the UK are called Jolee. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2017 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Jolee ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales in 2016, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 6 girls were registered as Jolee.
- • About 18 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jolee as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5785
2016
Births in 2016
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
6 births
Estimated living
18
2026
Meaning
What does Jolee mean?
The name Jolee has its origins in the French language and can be traced back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to be a French diminutive form of the name Jolene, which is derived from the French word "joli," meaning "pretty" or "lovely." The name Jolee is thought to have been first used as a given name in France during the 13th or 14th century.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jolee can be found in a 15th-century French manuscript, where it was used as a first name for a woman. While the name was not particularly common during this time, it was occasionally bestowed upon girls as a nod to their perceived beauty or charm.
The name Jolee does not appear to have any significant historical references or connections to ancient texts, religious scriptures, or notable historical figures from earlier eras. However, there have been a few individuals throughout history who have borne this name.
One notable figure was Jolee Bindo, a fictional character from the Star Wars universe. Jolee Bindo was a wise and powerful Jedi Master who appeared in the 2003 video game "Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic." Although a fictional character, Jolee Bindo's name has likely contributed to the increased popularity of the name in recent decades.
Another notable Jolee was Jolee Adamson (1935-2012), an American actress and singer who appeared in several television shows and films throughout the 20th century. She was best known for her role as Nina Webster on the long-running soap opera "The Young and the Restless."
Jolee Caulfield (born 1975) is a contemporary American singer and songwriter who rose to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s with her unique blend of rock and pop music. She has released several albums and continues to perform and tour.
Jolee Pati (born 1980) is a Samoan-American actress and model who has appeared in various television shows and films, including "The Scorpion King" and "Lost."
Jolee Benz (born 1976) is an American actress known for her roles in several popular television series, including "Pitch" and "Shameless." She has also appeared in various films and continues to work in the entertainment industry.
While the name Jolee has not been among the most popular given names throughout history, it has maintained a consistent presence and has been embraced by individuals from various backgrounds and cultures. Its origins in the French language and its association with beauty and charm have likely contributed to its enduring appeal.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Jolee over time
The chart below shows babies named Jolee registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2016. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Jolee, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2016, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jolee by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jolee was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5785 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4153 | 15 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Jolee
- Jessica 105,041
- Jasmine 35,227
- Jade 19,646
- Julia 11,780
- Jennifer 11,529
- Jodie 9,357
- Jemima 6,454
- Josephine 5,889
- Jessie 5,418
- Josie 5,284
- Jasmin 4,706
- Jenna 4,646
FAQ
Jolee: questions and answers
How popular is the name Jolee in the UK right now?
In 2016, Jolee was ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Jolee most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 6 babies registered as Jolee in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Jolee?
Variant of the French feminine name Jolie, meaning "pretty" or "beautiful".
How many people are called Jolee in the UK?
A total of 18 babies have been registered as Jolee across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.