About Jolliffe
The surname Jolliffe is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "joli," meaning "joyful" or "merry." It was originally a nickname given to someone who was cheerful or lively in nature. Over time, the name evolved into Jolliffe and became a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Jolliffe can be found worldwide, particularly in English-speaking countries.
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The surname Jolliffe is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Jolliffe based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Jolliffe is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Jolliffe in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Jolliffe using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.