Joelene

Hebrew

"the Lord is God"

Joelene Origin and Meaning

The name Joelene is a girl's name.

Joelene is a feminine name that evolved as a variant of Jolene, which itself developed as a feminine form of Joel or as an elaboration of Jo. The name Joel comes from Hebrew, meaning 'Yahweh is God.' Joelene has a sweet, melodic quality with its three syllables and soft ending. The name gained some recognition through Dolly Parton's famous 1973 song 'Jolene,' though this alternate spelling remains much less common. Joelene has a Southern charm and country warmth to it, while still maintaining versatility across different settings. Though never reaching high popularity rankings, Joelene appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds familiar yet isn't frequently used, offering the perfect balance of distinctiveness and approachability.