Yosselyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationYOSS-eh-lin / /ˈjɒs.ə.lɪn/Spanish; Hebrew
Meaning
God will increase (Hebrew); derived from the name Jocelyn (Spanish)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Spanish-speaking cultures, Yosselyn is often seen as a modern variant of Jocelyn, which has roots in Old French. The name Jocelyn was originally a surname derived from a place name. In Hebrew, the name Yosselyn can be interpreted as a feminine form of the name Yosef, meaning 'God will increase,' reflecting a common theme of divine blessing in Hebrew names.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Yoselyn
- Yosselin
- Jocelyn
International Variants
- Yoselin (Spanish)
- Jocelyne (French)
- Yosefina (Hebrew)
Famous people named Yosselyn
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Fictional characters named Yosselyn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yosselyn was first seen in the United States in 1992. Yosselyn has ranked as high as #1362 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Yosselyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yosselyn (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 | |
| MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |