Jocelynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jocelynn is a name that originates from Old French, tracing back to the Germanic name Gozelin, which means 'little Gaut'. Over time, it evolved through various forms and has taken on a modern, feminine identity. The name is associated with joy and creativity, and while it has no biblical significance, it has gained popularity in contemporary culture as a unique name choice.
The name Jocelynn is most popular in Arizona, 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, Jocelynn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling 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, 'Jocelynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8993rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6125th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2655th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1030th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1345th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jocelynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jocelynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɒsəlɪn/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
Jocelynn is derived from the Old French name 'Joscelin', which itself comes from the Germanic name 'Gozelin', meaning 'a member of the Gauts' or 'little Gaut'.
Meaning
Joyful, little Gaut
Language Evolution
Gozelin (Germanic), Joscelin (Old French), Jocelynn (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Jocelynn gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine form of the name Jocelyn, which was more commonly used as a male name in earlier centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Jocelyn, Jocelyne, Josie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jocelynn is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and uniqueness.
Famous People
Jocelynn D. Dyer (American poet), Jocelynn M. R. Martin (American athlete)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jocelynn"
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 "Jocelynn"
"Jocelynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8993rd of 12526 | 22 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6125th of 19264 | 124 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2655th of 27321 | 674 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1030th of 35406 | 3,736 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1345th of 30306 | 2,082 |
Regional Popularity of "Jocelynn" 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 "Jocelynn" 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
69.91% 2576th/3685 |
69.43% 3107th/4475 |
62.71% 3257th/5194 |
32.74% 2068th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
21.87% 1002nd/4582 |
26.57% 1372nd/5164 |
15.18% 1110th/7313 |
11.32% 845th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.12% 1200th/3984 |
41.34% 1855th/4487 |
20.20% 1378th/6822 |
19.50% 1224th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jocelynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jocelynn" 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.