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Jolyon.

A male given name from Latin, in quiet use since the 1920s.

6 characters2 syllables approx.English language

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  1. A male given name from Latin, in quiet use since the 1920s.

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Medieval spelling of Julian, revived by Galsworthy in Forsyte Saga.

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