Joss
- Pronunciation
- [Joss]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Abbreviation Of Joshua Jehovah Is Salvation.
- Origin
- Hebrew
Joss Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 428 baby boys have been named Joss. The name peaked in 2020 with 27 US births that year (rank #3862). In 2024, ranked #6613 nationally — 2,751 places below its 2020 peak.
Top States for Joss
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Joss births are: Texas (18), California (12).
Other Hebrew-Origin Names Like Joss
If you like Joss's Hebrew origin, consider these related names: Aalijah, Aaron, Abagail, Abaigael, Abaigeal. Browse all Hebrew names →
4-Letter Names Starting with J
Names with Joss's exact length and starting letter: Jaap, Jace, Jaci, Jack, Jacy.
Quick Facts About Joss
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joslin | Medieval Male Name Adopted As A Feminine Name. | Female | French |
Famous People Named Joss
2 notable figures from history and culture who share the name Joss.
- Joss Stone — Soul Singer (1987)
- Joss Whedon — Director (1964)
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Compare Joss to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Joss against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).