Joss - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Joss \j(o)-ss\. English name that is a nickname of Jocelyn, which used to be a masculine name. Also possibly a variant of Joseph. Actor Joss Ackland.

Joss has 2 variant forms: Joslin and Josslin.

For more information, see also the related name Joshua.

Baby names that sound like Joss are Jess and Joos.

Joss is a very rare male first name and a common surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Joss. Compare Joss with related baby names.