Holding steady.
Popularity of Joscelyne since 1977
Babies named Joscelyne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 40 |
| 2000s | 41 |
| 2010s | 19 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Joscelyne is a rare modern spelling of Jocelyn. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1977, but it has never been common. Its peak year was 1995, after which usage declined and has remained stable in the decades since. The variant spelling with a 'y' and an 'e' at the end is uncommon, making it a distinctive choice. As a variant of Jocelyn, it carries a long history: Jocelyn was used in medieval England for both sexes. This spelling, with its feminine -lyne ending, became more popular for girls in the late 20th century.
Joscelyne is a modern spelling variant of Jocelyn, itself derived from the Old French name Joscelin, which originated from the Germanic name Gauzelin, a diminutive of Gauz, meaning 'Goth' or 'member of the Gauts'. The name was brought to England by the Normans and became established as both a masculine and feminine name. The -lyn suffix became popular for girls in the 20th century, leading to spellings like Joscelyne.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Joss, Josie, Lyn
Sibling names for Joscelyne
Names that share Joscelyne's style, for a brother or sister.
