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Jalien

Female

« Jalien is a rare French origin name meaning "jealous", derived from the Old French word "jalous". It was first used as a given name in medieval France but has since gained global usage with various spellings. »

#70614 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

The name Jalien is of French origin and it means "jealous". It is derived from the Old French word "jalous", which translates to "jealous" in English. The use of the name Jalien can be traced back to the Middle Ages in France, where it was used as a given name. However, its popularity has waxed and waned over time. In the United States, for example, the Social Security Administration began recording the name Jalien in 1987, but it has never been particularly common. Today, Jalien is still relatively rare compared to other names, but it is used around the world. It can be spelled in various ways, including Jallian, Jalyan, and Jalion. Despite its French origins and meaning, Jalien is not specifically associated with any particular religion or culture. Instead, it is often chosen by parents for its unique sound and spelling, as well as its interesting history.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Jalien since 1880

Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
2000
5 births
in 2000
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years