Jocelin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jocelin is an Old French name derived from the Germanic 'Gozelin', meaning 'God's helmet'. It evolved through various linguistic forms and gained popularity in medieval England due to its association with saints. The name carries an elegant charm and is considered somewhat vintage today. It has no biblical background but has historical ties to notable figures.
The name Jocelin is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jocelin has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jocelin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6587th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2966th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1869th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6135th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jocelin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jocelin"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɒs.lɪn/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Jocelin is derived from the Old French name 'Jocelin', which itself comes from the Old Germanic name 'Gozelin', meaning 'God's helmet'.
Meaning
God's helmet
Language Evolution
Gozelin (Old Germanic), Jocelin (Old French), Jocelyn (Middle English), Jocelin (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Jocelin gained popularity in England during the Middle Ages, particularly due to its association with various saints and notable figures.
Variants & Derivatives
Jocelyn, Joscelin, Jocelina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jocelin is perceived as a unique and somewhat vintage name, often associated with elegance and charm.
Famous People
Jocelin of Brakelond, an English monk and chronicler, Jocelyn Bell Burnell, an astrophysicist known for her discovery of pulsars
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jocelin"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jocelin"
"Jocelin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6587th of 19264 | 109 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2966th of 27321 | 578 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1869th of 35406 | 1,677 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6135th of 30306 | 240 |
Regional Popularity of "Jocelin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jocelin" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
77.96% 2873rd/3685 |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
55.31% 2873rd/5194 |
25.66% 1621st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
45.00% 2062nd/4582 |
51.28% 2648th/5164 |
26.01% 1902nd/7313 |
17.04% 1272nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
66.97% 4569th/6822 |
59.32% 3723rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jocelin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jocelin" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.