Josilyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOH-sih-lin / /ˈdʒɒs.ɪ.lɪn/English; American
Meaning
Modern variant of Jocelyn
Historical & Cultural Background
Josilyn is a contemporary name that has emerged as a variant of Jocelyn. Jocelyn itself has roots in Old French and was originally a surname derived from a place name. The name has gained popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. It reflects a trend towards unique and modern adaptations of traditional names.
Trend Summary
Josilyn has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jocelyn
- Jocelynn
International Variants
- Jocelyne (French)
- Jocelina (Spanish)
Famous people named Josilyn
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Fictional characters named Josilyn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Josilyn was first seen in the United States in 1962. Josilyn has ranked as high as #1314 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Illinois, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Josilyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Josilyn (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 26 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 43 |
| 2004 | 42 |
| 2005 | 57 |
| 2006 | 69 |
| 2007 | 66 |
| 2008 | 46 |
| 2009 | 58 |
| 2010 | 64 |
| 2011 | 51 |
| 2012 | 42 |
| 2013 | 53 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |