Jelske
Germanic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Jelske
Jelske is a Frisian diminutive form of the name Jelle, which derives from the Germanic root *gal- meaning "cheerful" or "to sing," with the -ske suffix being a common Frisian diminutive ending.
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Etymology
Jelske is a Frisian diminutive form of the name Jelle, which derives from the Germanic root *gal- meaning "cheerful" or "to sing," with the -ske suffix being a common Frisian diminutive ending. The name is primarily used in Frisia (northern Netherlands and Germany) and has historical significance in Frisian culture, particularly among the Dutch and German Frisian populations.
Jelske currently ranks #1,192 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2000.
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