Jocee Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JOH-see //ˈdʒoʊ.si//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: Joyful; Hebrew: God will add
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jocee is derived from the Old French name Josse, which itself originates from the Latin name Iodocus, a variant of the Breton name Jodoc. The etymological roots can be traced back to the Breton elements 'Iod' meaning 'lord' and 'oc' which can be interpreted as 'to be'.
This name made its way into English through the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many Old French names were adopted into the English language, particularly among the nobility and the upper classes. Historically, the name Josse was borne by Saint Josse, a 7th-century Breton saint who became known in England.
His life and deeds were recorded in various hagiographies, contributing to the name's spread in medieval England. The name was further popularized through the influence of the Normans and their subsequent integration into English society.
By the late Middle Ages, variations of the name began to emerge, with Jocee being one of the diminutive forms that developed over time. Culturally, names derived from Josse have often been associated with nobility and leadership, reflecting the original meaning of 'lord'.
The name has also been linked to various historical figures and local legends, particularly in regions with strong Breton influence. This connection to heritage and tradition has allowed the name Jocee to endure through the centuries, maintaining a sense of historical significance.
The name's evolution into Jocee reflects broader trends in naming practices, where diminutive forms often convey affection or familiarity.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jocee was first seen in the United States in 1994.
Jocee has ranked as high as #1335 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Jocee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jocee is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jocee was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jocee
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jocee.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1994 | 9 |