Jalee

“Calmness” — Associated with Jalee

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14133US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

448All-time births

📅 Since 197900

What does Jalee mean and where does it come from?

Jalee is a modern name that has emerged in the United States. It is often considered a variant of the name Jaliyah. There are no significant historical records associated with Jalee, making it a more contemporary choice. It is popular among parents looking for unique names that evoke a sense of tran

Cultural significance

Jalee has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of calmness.

Peak popularity

Reached #4324 in 2005 — currently #14133 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jalee?

Jalee works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jalee Grace

How popular is Jalee right now?

Rising fast — up 2165 spots — currently #14133 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#14133 · Top 10%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#14133	6	▲ up 2165 · +20% births
2022	#16298	5	▼ down 2098 · -17% births
2021	#14200	6	▼ down 6817 · -62% births
2015	#7383	16	▼ down 646 · -16% births
2010	#6737	19	▼ down 2413 · -41% births
2005	#4324	32	▲ up 1772 · +78% births
2000	#6096	18	▲ up 5052 · +157% births
1995	#11148	7	▼ down 3973 · -42% births
1990	#7175	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jalee

Best Year2005Rank #4324

Peak Count32

Average Rank#9722

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20239 years

The story of Jalee

Jalee is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1979. With 448 total births recorded, Jalee remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7175 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14133 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jalee in 2005:

Emily Emma Madison Abigail Olivia

Jalee by decade

Jalee peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	7
1990s	79
2000s ★	241
2010s	116

💎Jalee has only 448 total recorded births since 1979 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jalee?

Common

JalJalieJaly

What names sound and feel like Jalee?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jalee also consider these

American · Pure, slim or

Halee

American · English

Jacee

American · the Lord is

Jaelee

American · supplanter

Talee

American · young shoot or

Jalen

American · The one who

Common questions about the name Jalee

What does the name Jalee mean?

Jalee means "Calmness" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jalee?

Jalee is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Jalee have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Jalee?

Jalee originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Jalee trending right now?

Jalee is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Jalee a common or rare name?

Jalee is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.