Joicelyn

German

"member of the Gauts tribe"

Joicelyn Origin and Meaning

The name Joicelyn is a girl's name.

Joicelyn is a feminine name that appears to be a creative spelling variant of Jocelyn, which originated as a masculine Germanic name meaning 'member of the Gauts tribe' but evolved into a predominantly feminine name by the 20th century. The unique 'oi' spelling gives this version a distinctive look while maintaining the familiar pronunciation. Joicelyn emerged primarily in the late 20th century as parents sought to personalize traditional names. While the standard Jocelyn achieved moderate popularity, this variant has remained uncommon. The name carries an elegant, somewhat aristocratic feel with its medieval origins, balanced with the approachable nickname options like Joy or Joice that this spelling particularly emphasizes.