Jolen
Boy nameJolen has been given to 55 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It peaked in 2008.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
55
Peak year
2008 (10 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1974
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
18% girls / 82% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Jolen — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Jolen.
Sibling name ideas for Jolen
Same era and popularity as Jolen, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Jolen?
Jolen has been given to 55 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Jolen peak?
Jolen peaked in 2008, when 10 babies were given the name.
Is Jolen a girl or boy name?
Jolen is primarily a boy name (82% of babies named Jolen are boys).
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