Joslyn is a female given name with Germanic and French origins. Derived from the Old Germanic name Jocelyn, it combines the Germanic element ‘gautaz’ with a Latin suffix ‘Lyn. ’ Originally linked to feminine names, Jocelyn was revived as a feminine name in the 20th century. The name Joslyn has become popular in the US, particularly in the early 2000s, and has been ranked among the top 1000 names from 2002 to 2017. It is known for its adaptable and determined character, reflecting the sea-faring prowess and heroic deeds of the Germanic tribe known as the Goths, or Geats.
