The name Joss is a girl's name of English origin meaning "member of the Gauts tribe".

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Joss is more fashionable than Jocelyn or Josslyn. This is a short form that could be used independently, a la the singer Joss Stone. One of a troupe of adorable boyish nicknames newly fashionable for girls a la Lou and Charlie. 

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The name Joss peaked for girls at #6337 in 2015. Joss is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

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The name Joss is a boy's name of English origin meaning "member of the Gauts tribe; Jehovah increases".

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Succinct and to the point, Joss may appeal to those who enjoy the likes of Jude, Jesse, Jem, and Ozzy. Brought into the spotlight by Joss Whedon , creator of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel and various Marvel movies, it has never been hugely popular in the US, given to a small handful of babies each year -- though recent controversy surrounding the filmmaker may put future parents off.
 
Derived from Jocelyn, referring to an Old Germanic tribe, or from the Biblical Joseph, it nevertheless could make a cool, one-syllable option for boys.

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The name Joss peaked for boys at #3862 in 2020. The name is most popular in Texas, California, and California. Joss is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

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