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Origin: Chinese

Meaning: A member of the Germanic tribe, the Geats; Luck, fate

Joss is a gender-neutral name of German origin, meaning “a member of the Germanic tribe, the Geats.” It is derived from the Old German moniker Jocelyn, which comes from the Old French name Gauzlin—a pet name for the German tribe the Geats. Joss has many related variations, including Jocelyn, offering a wonderful array of choices for naming your little one. It is also a Chinese name, meaning “luck” or “fate.”