Origin and Meaning of Joslyne

A variation of 'Jocelyn', meaning 'a member of the Gauts' or 'joyous'.

Origin: English - Joslyne is derived from the Old French name 'Joceline', which in turn comes from the Germanic name 'Gottlind', meaning 'god' or 'divine'.

• Joslyne is often considered a modern variation of the classic name Jocelyn, which has been in use since the Middle Ages.
• While predominantly used in English-speaking countries, variations of Jocelyn exist in several cultures, including 'Jozlyn' and 'Josslyn'.
• Notable bearers of the name include actress Joslyn DeFreece and American singer-songwriter Joslyn Noelle.
• The name Joslyne has seen a rise in usage during the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in the United States and Canada.
• Related names include Jocelyn, Josslyn, and various other spellings such as Joslyn and Josslynn.