Joycelyn
girl name#6838 in 2025Joycelyn entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #705 in 1935, ranks #6838 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
#6838
rank today
#705
peak (1935)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3275 |
| 1920s | #1678 |
| 1930s | #795 |
| 1940s | #939 |
| 1950s | #926 |
| 1960s | #1148 |
| 1970s | #1714 |
| 1980s | #1875 |
| 1990s | #2132 |
| 2000s | #3237 |
| 2010s | #4820 |
| 2020s | #6197 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Joycelyn has been most popular in TX, CA.
Living bearers
About 5,100 people named Joycelyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Joycelyn alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Joycelyn in 2025?
- Joycelyn ranks #6838 among US girl names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Joycelyn most popular?
- Joycelyn peaked in 1935, reaching #705 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Joycelyn with classmates?
- Joycelyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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