Joselyn Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationJOZ-lin / /ˈdʒɒz.lɪn/

English; French

Meaning

English: joyful; French: little Joseph

Historical & Cultural Background

Joselyn is derived from the Old French name Joscelin, which itself comes from the Germanic name Gautzelin. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with nobility. It has gained popularity as a feminine name but can also be used for boys.

Trend Summary

Joselyn has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable rise in the late 20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Jocelyn
  • Joslin

International Variants

  • Jocelyne (French)
  • Jozefina (Spanish)

Famous people named Joselyn

Fictional characters named Joselyn

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Joselyn was first seen in the United States in 1993. Joselyn has ranked as high as #1242 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Joselyn has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Joselyn

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19935