Jocelyn
Meaning
Little Goth
Origin
French
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɒsəlɪn/
Traits associated with the name Jocelyn:
Dogs named Jocelyn tend to be loving, industrious, and affectionate. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Jocelyn?
Naming your dog Jocelyn suggests that you have a strong appreciation for classic, timeless names. It also suggests that you have a strong sense of style and a love of tradition.
Is Jocelyn a good dog name?
Jocelyn has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Jocelyn isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Jocelyn is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Jocelyn was, in the past month, the 2846th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Jocelyn is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Jocelyn was viewed 31 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Jocelyn's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Jocelyn is most adored in Michigan, District of Columbia and Texas.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Tennessee, California and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Jocelyn.
Most popular breeds named Jocelyn:
- Jack Russell Terrier
- Pekingese
Jocelyn is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular in medieval times, rarely heard in modern dog parks.
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