Jolene
English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Jolene
Jolene is a modern American name derived from the combination of "Jo" (a diminutive of Josephine) and the suffix "-lene," meaning "God will increase" through its Josephine root.
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Etymology
Jolene is a modern American name derived from the combination of "Jo" (a diminutive of Josephine) and the suffix "-lene," meaning "God will increase" through its Josephine root. The name emerged in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States during the 20th century, and gained widespread recognition through Dolly Parton's 1973 country song "Jolene."
Jolene currently ranks #666 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1974.
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