About Josselyn
The surname Josselyn is of English origin and is derived from the given name Joscelin, which itself comes from the Germanic name Gauzelin. The name is composed of the elements "gauz," meaning "pledge" or "hostage," and "lin," meaning "little." Therefore, the surname Josselyn can be interpreted to mean "little pledge" or "little hostage." It is likely that the name was originally bestowed as a nickname for someone who was small in stature or perhaps as a term of endearment.
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The surname Josselyn is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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