Jocelyn
boy nameJocelyn entered the US charts in 1975, peaked at #3042 in 1993, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1975–2025
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rank today
#3042
peak (1993)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4442 |
| 1980s | #4759 |
| 1990s | #4943 |
| 2000s | #7904 |
| 2010s | #11509 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Jocelyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jocelyn alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jocelyn in 2025?
- Jocelyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jocelyn most popular?
- Jocelyn peaked in 1993, reaching #3042 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jocelyn with classmates?
- Jocelyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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