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James Wilson Jolly, 1824 - 1907
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James Wilson Jolly, 1824 - 1907
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James 'Jim' Alexander McCulloch Jolly, 1896 - 1996
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James William Jolly, 1827 - 1887
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James Jolly, 1682 - 1754
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James Francis (Frank) Jolly, 1918 - 1984
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James Jolly, 1798 - 1882
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James Jolly, 1799 - 1882
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James Alexander McCulloch Jolly, 1896 - 1996
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James Jolly, 1799 - 1882
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James Jolly, 1799 - 1882
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James Wilson Jolly, 1824 - 1907
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James Blackmore Jolly, 1880 - 1938
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James (JOLLEY) 2 JOLLY, 1776 - 1853
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James Jolly, 1849 - 1882
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James Roger Jolly, 1965 - 2004
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James Roger Jolly, 1965 - 2004
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James Richardson Jolly, Circa 1879 - 1941
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James Walter Jolly, 1876 - 1958
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James Alfred Jolly, Circa 1877 - 1940
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James Jolly, Circa 1856 - 1940
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James Edward Jolly, Circa 1931 - 1932
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James Jolly, Circa 1856 - 1940
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James Jolly in Spartenburg Weekly Herald and Herald-Journal - Sep 25 1948
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James Jolly in Spartenburg Weekly Herald and Herald-Journal - July 22 1951
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James Jolly in The Boston Globe - Oct 19 1953
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James Jolly, 1864 - 1941
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
James Patrick Ryan Jolly, Circa 1895 - 1917
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
James Jolly, 1861 - Circa 1908
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James Jolly, born Circa 1853
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James Jolly, born Circa 1913
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James M. Jolly
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James Wilson Jolly, 1852 - 1924
Michigan DeathsJames Polly, Circa 1871 - 1875
Michigan Deaths
James E. Jolly, 1890 - 1926
Michigan Deaths
James F. Jolly, 1869 - 1912
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937
James Jolly, 1925 - 1967
Maryland Deaths
James M. R. Jolly, 1852 - 1912
Maryland Deaths
James O. Jolly, 1911 - 1913
Maryland Deaths
James Brown Jolly, 1927 - 1978
Maryland Deaths
James Thomas Jolly, 1882 - 1958
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
James I. Jolly, 1859 - 1912
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James Robert Jolly, 1925 - 1926
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
James Jolly, 1915 - 1917
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
James A. Jolly, 1918 - 1918
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
James Filmore Jolly, 1934 - 1935
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
James Jolly, 1845 - 1920
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
James Jolly, died 1920
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
James Jolly, 1884 - 1940
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
James M. Jolly, 1870 - 1946
West Virginia, Deaths
James C. Jolly, Circa 1894 - 1896
West Virginia, Deaths
James Jolly, Jr., Circa 1895 - 1912
West Virginia, Deaths
James M. Jolly, died 1946
West Virginia, Deaths
James B. Jack Jolly, 1885 - 1972
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James Imgrie Jolly, 1882 - 1948
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James M. Jolly, 1903 - 1966
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James Jolly, 1903 - 1924
Georgia Deaths, 1917-1928
James Jolly, 1851 - 1925
Georgia Deaths, 1917-1928
James M. Jolly, 1873 - 1926
Georgia Deaths, 1917-1928James W. Jolly, 1873 - 1945
BillionGravesJames Carroll Jolly, 1909 - 1971
BillionGravesJames I Jolly, 1920 - 1996
BillionGravesJames Talmadge Jolly, 1918 - 2005
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- Jamey Joll
- Jamie Joll
- Jay Joll
- Jim Joll
- Jimmy Joll
- Arabic: جيمس جولي (Jīms Jūlī)
- Finnish: Jaakko Jolly
- Japanese: ジェームズ・ジョリー (Jēmuzu Jorī)
- Russian: Джеймс Жолли (Dzhéyms Zholly)
- Spanish: Santiago Jolly


- United Kingdom 64%
- USA 28%
- Australia 5%
- Canada 2%
- Other 1%
The first name James has its origins in the Hebrew name Yaakov (Jacob), which means "supplanter" or "one who follows." It first appeared in the regions of the ancient Near East and gained prominence in the Christian world through the New Testament, where James is the name of several apostles, notably James the Greater and James the Less. The name became widely used in medieval Europe, particularly in England and France, where it was popularized by the influence of saints and royalty. Variations of the name include Jacques in French, Diego in Spanish, and Giacomo in Italian, each reflecting the linguistic and cultural adaptations of the name across different regions. The name James has historically been associated with leadership and strength, often linked to figures in history such as kings and scholars, which has contributed to its enduring popularity in various cultures.
The last name Jolly has its origins in medieval England, deriving from the Old French word "jolie," meaning "pretty" or "cheerful," which was introduced to England after the Norman Conquest of 1066. The name likely began as a nickname for someone with a pleasant demeanor or attractive appearance, reflecting the characteristics of those who initially bore it. Geographically, it first appeared in regions of England, particularly in the south and midlands. Variations of the surname can be found in different cultures and languages, including Jollie, Joll, and Jollyman, with some variations reflecting regional dialects or adaptations in spelling. In some cases, the name has also been associated with occupations related to merriment or entertainment, further emphasizing its cheerful connotation. Overall, the surname Jolly encapsulates a rich historical background tied to personality traits and social roles in medieval society.
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