Will my child share the name Jolyon with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Jolyon per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Jolyon in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Jolyon becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Jolyon is declining: down 2,107 places since 2019, to #5,120 in 2024. It peaked at #950 in 2002.

Is Jolyon a good choice for a distinctive name?

Jolyon is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Jolyon a popular baby name in the United States?

Jolyon does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Jolyon

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Jolyon is a distinctive choice, ranked #5120 in 2024. Your child is likely to be the only Jolyon in their class.

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UK Rank 2024

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About the Name Jolyon

Jolyon has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 1161 places in five years. It was most popular in 2002 at #950 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Jolyon is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Jolyon in their class.