Jolly

Unisex

Meaning

Good humored, merry.

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈdʒɑli/

Traits associated with the name Jolly:

Dogs named Jolly tend to be loving, good-natured, resilient, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Jolly?

Naming your dog Jolly suggests that you are a person who is upbeat, optimistic, and has a good sense of humor.

Is Jolly a good dog name?

Jolly has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Jolly isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

955
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1,832
New York City Dog Name Database
1,461
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Jolly is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Jolly was, in the past month, the 1929th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Jolly is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Jolly was viewed 62 times, and liked 4 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Jolly's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Jolly is most adored in Alabama, Indiana and District of Columbia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Virginia, Oregon and Michigan.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Jolly.

Most popular breeds named Jolly:

  1. Poodle
  2. German Shepherd
  3. Cocker Spaniel
  4. Lhasa Apso
  5. Maltese

Jolly is found in these categories:

playful dog names
playful

The term signifies cheerfulness and high spirits, often associated with playful behavior.

winter dog names
winter

This name reflects the cheerful spirit often associated with holiday season.

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Jolly dog name meaning

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