Yoselin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yoselin is a name of Spanish origin, derived from Jocelyn, which means joyful or happy. Its evolution traces back to Old French and Germanic roots. The name is characterized by a bright and modern image, with no biblical significance. It has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in Hispanic cultures, and has several common variants.
The name Yoselin is most popular in Nevada, 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, Yoselin has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Yoselin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3108th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 864th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1694th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Yoselin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yoselin"
Pronunciation
/joʊsəˈlɪn/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Yoselin is derived from the name Jocelyn, which has roots in Old French and Germanic origins, meaning 'member of the Gauts tribe.'
Meaning
Joyful or happy
Language Evolution
Jocelyn (Old French), Jocelin (Old French), Yoselin (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Yoselin gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Hispanic communities, as a modern variation of Jocelyn.
Variants & Derivatives
Yoselin, Yoseline, Jocelyn, Jocelyne
Modern Popularity & Image
Yoselin is perceived as a modern and vibrant name, often associated with creativity and joy.
Famous People
Yoselin Gonzalez - noted artist, Yoselin Romero - prominent athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yoselin"
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 "Yoselin"
"Yoselin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3108th of 27321 | 535 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 864th of 35406 | 4,611 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1694th of 30306 | 1,531 |
Regional Popularity of "Yoselin" 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 "Yoselin" 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) |
69.28% 2553rd/3685 |
68.45% 3063rd/4475 |
49.83% 2588th/5194 |
23.63% 1493rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.43% 1211th/4582 |
26.84% 1386th/5164 |
11.24% 822nd/7313 |
8.37% 625th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
63.81% 2542nd/3984 |
49.83% 2236th/4487 |
22.44% 1531st/6822 |
20.84% 1308th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yoselin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yoselin" 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.