How Many People Are Named Jocelyne?
Complete statistics for the name Jocelyne: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Jocelyne, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 79,794 Americans today, making it truly unique. With around 4,136 people named Jocelyne living in the US, it peaked in popularity back in 1996.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 8 symbolizes leadership, authority, and material success.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 27All 4,217 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1996Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Jocelyne Through the Generations
Jocelyne, a name that's seen its peak and now shows a declining trend, was most popular in 1996 when 461 babies were given this name. Today, the majority of those named Jocelyne are under 30, indicating it's a relatively modern choice. The age distribution reveals 2,732 under-30s, 1,366 aged 30-60, and only 119 over 60, suggesting it's a name that's been embraced by younger generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Jocelyne's French roots
📄 About the Name Jocelyne
How Many People Have the Name Jocelyne?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,136 people in the United States currently share the name Jocelyne. That works out to roughly 1 in every 79,794 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Jocelyne a Common or Rare Name?
Jocelyne is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Jocelyne Mean?
Jocelyne means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from French origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Jocelyne in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Jocelyne Most Popular?
The name Jocelyne reached peak popularity in 1996, with 461 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Jocelyne?
Approximately 4,136 people named Jocelyne live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,217. That works out to roughly 1 in 79,794 Americans.
Is Jocelyne a rare name?
Jocelyne is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 79,794 Americans has this name.
What does the name Jocelyne mean?
Jocelyne means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from French origins.
Is Jocelyne more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Jocelyne are male and 100% are female.
When was Jocelyne most popular?
Jocelyne peaked in 1996 with 461 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.