Jelle
“A Hebrew name with cultural significance”
Hebrew origin · Unisex name
#1878US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
How to pronounce Jelle
yel-lə(dutch)
/yel-lə(dutch)/ · · 2 syllables
“A Hebrew name with cultural significance”
Hebrew origin · Unisex name
What does Jelle mean and where does it come from?
Jelle is a name found across Hebrew cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.
Cultural significance
Jelle carries the heritage of Hebrew tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1878 in 2015 — currently #1878 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Jelle?
Jelle works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Jelle Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Jelle Rose
Floral · soft ending
Jelle Mae
Sweet · timeless
Jelle Claire
French influence · crisp
Jelle Jane
Literary · strong
Jelle Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Jelle right now?
Holding steady — currently #1878 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Jelle is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Jelle?
ENGLISH
BillieBilly
MEDIEVAL ENGLISH
WilkinWilky
CROATIAN
Vilma
CZECH
Vilma
Famous people named Jelle
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Jelle (historical figure)
Jelle bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.
What names sound and feel like Jelle?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jelle also consider these
How is Jelle written in other languages?
Gender variants of Jelle
Vilma CROATIANVilma CZECHElma DUTCHHelma DUTCHJeltje DUTCHJeltsje DUTCHMien DUTCHMina DUTCHWil DUTCHWilhelmina DUTCHWillemijn DUTCHWillemina DUTCHWilly DUTCHWilma DUTCHMina ENGLISHMinnie ENGLISHVelma ENGLISHWilhelmina ENGLISHWilla ENGLISHWilma ENGLISHHelmi FINNISHIina FINNISHMiina FINNISHMimmi FINNISHMinna FINNISHVilhelmiina FINNISHVilma FINNISHJeltje FRISIANJeltsje FRISIANElma GERMANHelma GERMANHelmine GERMANMinna GERMANVilma GERMANWilhelmina GERMANWilhelmine GERMANWilma GERMANVilma HUNGARIANMien LIMBURGISHMina LIMBURGISHVilhelmina LITHUANIANVilma PORTUGUESEVilma SLOVAKVilma SPANISHHelmi SWEDISHMimmi SWEDISHMinna SWEDISHVilhelmina SWEDISHVilma SWEDISHLiam ENGLISHWilkie ENGLISHWillis ENGLISHWilson ENGLISH
Common questions about the name Jelle
What does the name Jelle mean?
Jelle means "A Hebrew name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Hebrew 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 Jelle?
Jelle is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Jelle?
Jelle originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Jelle a common or rare name?
Jelle is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Jelle more of a girl or boy name?
Jelle is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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