Declining since 2011.
Popularity of Josilynn since 1996
Babies named Josilynn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 20 |
| 2000s | 121 |
| 2010s | 98 |
| 2020s | 15 |
Meaning & origin
Josilynn entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1996 and is a modern blend of two established names: Jocelyn and Lynn. It reached its highest usage in 2012, but its frequency has been falling since 2011. The name never cracked the top 1000, and its 1-in-N ratio is not statistically reported. It has been used too infrequently to register among top states. As a stylish compound name from the 2000s and 2010s, it appeals to parents seeking a feminine, melodic name that feels both familiar and distinctive.
Josilynn is a 20th century coinage combining the popular name Jocelyn, from the Old German Gautselin (meaning 'little Goth'), with the common suffix -lynn, derived from the Welsh word for 'lake.' It first appeared in U.S. records in 1996 and gained modest usage in the 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Josi, Josie, Lynn, Joss
Sibling names for Josilynn
Names that share Josilynn's style, for a brother or sister.
