Jolanta
Jolanta is a Christian girl name of Old French, possibly from Latin origin, meaning “Violet flower”.
| Meaning | Violet flower |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Old French, possibly from Latin |
| Pronunciation | yoh-LAHN-tah |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Poland, Lithuania, Latvia |
Meaning and origin of Jolanta
Jolanta is the Polish and Lithuanian form of Yolanda. It derives from the Old French Yolande, which is often connected to Violante, from the Latin viola, violet, though the link is not certain. The name entered Poland through Blessed Jolenta (Yolanda) of Hungary, who married Prince Bolesław the Pious. It was very popular in Poland in the 1960s.
Is Jolanta a Christian name?
Jolanta is used in Catholic families and honours Blessed Jolenta of Poland, a thirteenth-century duchess remembered for her charity.
How popular is Jolanta?
Common among Polish and Lithuanian women born in the mid-twentieth century.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jolanta mean?
Jolanta means 'Violet flower'. It is of Old French, possibly from Latin origin.
Is Jolanta a Christian name?
Jolanta is used in Catholic families and honours Blessed Jolenta of Poland, a thirteenth-century duchess remembered for her charity.
How do you pronounce Jolanta?
Jolanta is pronounced yoh-LAHN-tah.
Is Jolanta a boy or girl name?
Jolanta is usually a girl name.