Willing or a combination of Jo and Leah
Joleah is a modern American invention, likely created by blending the prefix 'Jo' (derived from Joanna or Josephine, meaning 'God is gracious') with the name 'Leah' (meaning 'weary' or 'delicate'). It may also be interpreted as a variant of the Hebrew name Jolea. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a familiar sound with a unique spelling.
Less common today
Joleah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,866 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).