How Many People Are Named Joslin?
Complete statistics for the name Joslin: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Joslin is a very rare female name, with only 1,385 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 238,312 Americans. The majority of Joslins are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 7 are often introspective and analytical.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 25All 1,411 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: 2010Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Joslin Through the Generations
Since its peak in 2010 with 67 births, Joslin has seen a steady decline, reflecting its status as a newer-generation name. With 968 under-30 and 420 aged 30-60, it's clear that most Joslins are still young adults. This trend suggests that the name will continue to be less common as older generations pass.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Joslin's American roots
📄 About the Name Joslin
How Many People Have the Name Joslin?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 6,407 people in the United States currently share the name Joslin. That works out to roughly 1 in every 51,732 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Joslin a Common or Rare Name?
Joslin is classified as 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 Joslin Mean?
Joslin means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Joslin in SSA data, approximately 1% are male and 99% are female.
When Was Joslin Most Popular?
The name Joslin reached peak popularity in 2010, with 67 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 Joslin?
Approximately 6,407 people named Joslin live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 6,407. That works out to roughly 1 in 51,732 Americans.
Is Joslin a rare name?
Joslin is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 51,732 Americans has this name.
What does the name Joslin mean?
Joslin means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American origins.
Is Joslin more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 1% of people named Joslin are male and 99% are female.
When was Joslin most popular?
Joslin peaked in 2010 with 67 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.