Yocelyn
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Yocelyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 924 babies have been named Yocelyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yocelyn is past its peak , currently ranked #12,993 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #12,993
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Yocelyn
Yocelyn is a girl name .
Yocelyn is currently ranked #12,993 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Yocelyn include Yoc, Yoce, Yocey, Yoceie, Lyn, Lyny, Lynie, Yoy, Yoie, and Yockins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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