Jolina

“Derived from the name 'Jolene', meaning 'pretty' or 'youthful'”

Philippines origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6267US 2023

19Births / yr

↑Rising

786All-time births

📅 Since 197000

What does Jolina mean and where does it come from?

Jolina is a feminine name commonly used in the Philippines, inspired by the similar-sounding name Jolene, which gained prominence in English-speaking countries. It became popular in the 1990s among Filipino communities, partially influenced by the rise of local celebrities bearing the name. Jolina,

Cultural significance

Jolina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Philippines-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from the name 'jolene', meaning 'pretty' or 'youthful'.

Peak popularity

Reached #3499 in 2007 — currently #6267 in the US.

🌿

What middle names flow best with Jolina?

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

Jolina Grace

How popular is Jolina right now?

Rising fast — up 3052 spots — currently #6267 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#6267 · Top 4.6%

1970

1975

1980

1985

2000

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6267	19	▲ up 3052 · +73% births
2022	#9319	11	▼ down 1891 · -27% births
2021	#7428	15	▼ down 1071 · -17% births
2020	#6357	18	▼ down 2036 · -45% births
2015	#4321	33	▲ up 986 · +27% births
2010	#5307	26	▼ down 1152 · -24% births
2005	#4155	34	▲ up 2785 · +127% births
2000	#6940	15	▼ down 221 · +50% births
1985	#6719	10	▲ up 454 · +11% births
1980	#7173	9	▼ down 2624 · -36% births
1975	#4549	14	▲ up 851 · +40% births
1970	#5400	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jolina

Best Year2005Rank #4155

Peak Count34

Average Rank#6161

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202312 years

The story of Jolina

Jolina is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 786 total births recorded, Jolina remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5400 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6267 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jolina in 2007:

Emily Isabella Emma Ava Madison

Jolina by decade

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

Decade	Births
1970s	63
1980s	62
1990s	50
2000s ★	337
2010s	256
2020s	18

💎Jolina has only 786 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jolina?

Common

JolJolieJolyIna

What names sound and feel like Jolina?

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

Jodina

American · God is gracious

Jovina

Italian · Youthful or youthful

Jogina

Indian · Goddess

Jonina

Iceland · gift from God

Jobina

Hebrew · a feminine form

Josina

Spanish · Spanish

Jolena

American · A blend of

Jolana

Slovakia · Slovak

Common questions about the name Jolina

What does the name Jolina mean?

Jolina means "Derived from the name 'Jolene', meaning 'pretty' or 'youthful'" — a name rooted in Philippines 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 Jolina?

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

What is the cultural origin of Jolina?

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

What sibling names go well with Jolina?

Jolina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Philippines heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Jolina trending right now?

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