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Jocelyn

Gender-neutral · German · Medium name

Meaning
Joyous, cheerful, of the Gauts

Meaning varies between reference sources.

Pronunciation
JOS-lin
Origin
German

From French and Germanic 'Gautelen', from 'Gaut' (a Germanic tribe).

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

VintageClassicSoft and gentle

Languages in use: German, French, English

Commonly used in: United States, France, United Kingdom

Also recorded as Girl.

Alternate spellings

  • JocelinEnglish

    Variant spelling.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, French Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-20.

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