Declining since 2007, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Josseline since 1988
Babies named Josseline per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 142 |
| 2000s | 290 |
| 2010s | 153 |
| 2020s | 40 |
Meaning & origin
Josseline first appeared in U.S. records in 1988 and saw its peak usage in 2007, when it reached rank 8362. Since then, its trajectory has been falling steadily. The name is a French spelling variant of the more familiar Jocelyn, which has deep Germanic roots. With 1 in about 133,939 babies receiving this name in 2025, it remains a uncommon yet recognizable choice. Its spelling sets it apart from the more common Jocelyn, and it retains a distinctly French elegance that appeals to parents seeking a melodic, feminine name.
Josseline is a French feminine variant of Joscelin, which itself comes from the Old German name Gauzlin, a diminutive of names beginning with Gaut-, referring to the Germanic tribe of the Goths. The name was introduced to England by the Normans and later developed into the surname Jocelyn. The spelling Josseline reflects French orthography and was adopted in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Josie, Joss, Line, Jocy
Sibling names for Josseline
Names that share Josseline's style, for a brother or sister.
