Jole
Fact sheet
- Name
- Jole
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
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Jole is a girl's name that is used as a short form of Jolande or Jolanda in Italy and Poland. It means 'the violet blossom', 'the violet', as well as 'the violet flower'.
What does the name Jole mean?
The name Jole is a female short form of Jolande or Jolanda and stands for 'the violet blossom', 'the violet', as well as 'the violet flower'. Its roots trace back to ancient Greek, where it is derived from the terms iólē (ἰόλη) for 'violet' or íon (ἴον) for 'violet' and ánthos (ἄνθος) for 'flower', 'blossom', 'tip', 'brightness', and 'brilliance'. Other short forms include Jola, Joula, Iola, Iole, Yola, and Yole.
Where does the name Jole come from?
Jole is a female first name with ancient Greek origins, carrying meanings such as 'the violet flower' and 'the violet'. The ancient Greek components are iólē for 'violet' and íon for 'violet', as well as ánthos for 'flower', 'blossom', 'tip', 'brightness', and 'brilliance'. The name is common in the Italian and Polish languages.
How do you pronounce Jole?
The pronunciation of Jole is two-syllable and is usually pronounced in German as 'Jo-le' [ˈjoːlə]. The long 'o' sound in the stressed first syllable gives the name a certain breadth and calmness. The soft 'l' ensures a smooth transition to the final syllable. The unstressed ending on -e sounds light and open, making Jole appear friendly and uncomplicated – clearly structured, bright, and unobtrusive in sound.
When is the name day of Jole?
The name day for Jole is celebrated on January 17.
Popularity
In Germany, Jole is a rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th among the most common girls' names. Its highest ranking was achieved in 2012 at 2,475th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, resulting in a 7,036th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,582nd. The global popularity and frequency of Jole are reflected in its rankings in the name charts of various countries.
Famous people
- Jole Bovio Marconi (Italian archaeologist)
- Jole Fierro (actress from Italy)
- Jole Veneziani (Italian designer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Jole
What is the origin of the name Jole?
Jole has its roots in ancient Greek and is a short form of Jolande or Jolanda. The name means 'the violet flower' or 'the violet'.
What does the name Jole mean?
The name Jole stands for 'the violet' and 'the violet flower', derived from the ancient Greek terms for 'violet' and 'flower'.
How popular is the name Jole?
Jole is known in various countries, including Italy and Poland, but its popularity varies greatly by region.