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Jolie

Jolie (name) means a female given name from French, meaning "pretty.". Example: “Jolie is a popular middle name for baby girls.”

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A female given name from French, meaning "pretty."

"Jolie is a popular middle name for baby girls."

A surname passed down through the mother's side of a family.

"The actress goes by the surname Jolie."

How to use Jolie

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishFrench for "pretty," used as both a first name and surname.

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Etymology

From the French word "jolie," the feminine form of "joli," meaning pretty or attractive.

Origin: French

Rhymes for Jolie

pie die lie tie sie vie hie i.e. brie movie eerie moxie

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Jolie” mean?

The word “Jolie” means a female given name from French, meaning "pretty.". In plain terms, french for "pretty," used as both a first name and surname.

How do you use “Jolie” in a sentence?

Here is “Jolie” used in a sentence: “Jolie is a popular middle name for baby girls.”

What part of speech is “Jolie”?

“Jolie” is a name.

Where does the word “Jolie” come from?

The word “Jolie” comes from French. From the French word "jolie," the feminine form of "joli," meaning pretty or attractive.

Is “Jolie” a common word?

“Jolie” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Jolie” have?

“Jolie” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name from French, meaning "pretty.".

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