Declining since 2007, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Jocelin since 1966
Babies named Jocelin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 15 |
| 1970s | 82 |
| 1980s | 138 |
| 1990s | 672 |
| 2000s | 1,208 |
| 2010s | 450 |
| 2020s | 47 |
Meaning & origin
Jocelin is a spelling variant of Jocelyn, a name that has been in use since medieval times. Though historically unisex, it has become overwhelmingly feminine in modern usage. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1966, and its peak popularity came in 2007, ranking considerably higher than its current position at 10,917. The name has been on a downward trajectory since 2007, with 1 in 200,908 babies receiving the name in 2025. Its relatively low frequency makes it an uncommon choice, appealing to parents seeking a name with a classic feel but without widespread use.
Jocelin is a spelling variant of Jocelyn, which entered English via the Old French name Joscelin. The original Germanic root likely involves the element Gaut, a tribal name, combined with a diminutive suffix. The name was used for both sexes in medieval England, though it has become predominantly feminine in modern times.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Joss, Josie, Jocie
Sibling names for Jocelin
Names that share Jocelin's style, for a brother or sister.
