Jolly
Meaning of Jolly
Jolly is a unisex name that has a cheerful and playful connotation. It is pronounced as JAH-lee (/ˈdʒɑli/) in English. This name has variations, such as Jolie. In terms of popularity, the name Jolly had its peak in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States. It ranked consistently within the top 10 names for newborns from 1900 to 1935, reaching its highest position at number 5 in 1910. Since then, it gradually declined in usage but still maintained a presence until the late 1970s. The name Jolly brings with it a sense of joy and happiness, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for a lively and spirited name for their baby.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as JAH-lee (/ˈdʒɑli/)
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Notable People Named Jolly
| Jolly Stanesby - Jonathan 'Jolly' Stanesby is a British fathers' rights activist. |
| Jolly Tavoro Nyame, a member of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), served as the Governor of Taraba State in Nigeria from January 1992 to November 1993 and from May 1999 to May 2007. |
| Jolly Sarkar is a former Indian cricketer who represented Bengal in twelve first-class matches between 1964 and 1968. |
