Yolette
Germanic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Yolette
Yolette is a French diminutive of Yolanda, derived from the Germanic name Jolande, which combines elements meaning "violet flower" or is related to "yew tree" depending on etymological interpretation.
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Etymology
Yolette is a French diminutive of Yolanda, derived from the Germanic name Jolande, which combines elements meaning "violet flower" or is related to "yew tree" depending on etymological interpretation. The name has been used primarily in French-speaking Catholic communities, particularly in France and French-speaking regions, with modest historical prominence in the 20th century.
Yolette currently ranks #14,906 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2005.
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