Jolyon
Meaning of Jolyon
Jolyon is a male name that originated in England. In English, it is pronounced as JOH-lee-uhn (/ˈdʒoʊliən/). Variations of this name include Joly and Jolyan. While not extremely popular, Jolyon has been given to a handful of newborns in the United States over the years. In 2014, there were 5 occurrences of the name, ranking at 12,101. The name's usage has varied throughout the years, with its peak occurring in 1970 when it ranked at 3,282.
Jolyon is a unique and sophisticated choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their little boy. Its English origin adds an air of elegance and charm. Though not widely used, Jolyon maintains a certain allure due to its rarity. Parents who choose this name are likely to appreciate its distinctiveness and appreciate the timeless quality it possesses.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as JOH-lee-uhn (/ˈdʒoʊliən/)
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Notable People Named Jolyon
| Jolyon Carlyle Palmer is a British motorsport commentator and columnist, known for his career as a racing driver and his time with the Renault Sport F1 Team in Formula One. |
| Jolyon Maugham - Jolyon Toby Dennis Maugham is a British barrister known for founding the Good Law Project and his involvement in legal challenges to the Brexit process. |
| Jolyon Keith Dixon is an English guitarist known for his work with Rachel Fuller's band and for playing guitar on The Who's 2006 album Endless Wire. |
| Jolyon Rubinstein is a British actor, writer, producer, and director, best known for his work on the BBC Three show The Revolution Will Be Televised with Heydon Prowse. |
