Jocosa
j(o)-co-sa
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:Little lord; Merry, playful, funny
With their cheerful personality and captivating spirit, little Jocosa will command every room they walk, run, or toddle into. A feminine name, Jocosa has medieval English beginnings, having arisen as a variant of Joyce. Its spelling and sound are said to be inspired by jocusus, a Latin word meaning "merry," "playful," or "funny," fitting endearments for a tiny tot who's always ready to make people giggle or get them involved in their games! Joyce comes from Josse, a medieval English moniker that translates to "little lord." While you and your loved ones will often find yourselves at sweet Jocosa's beck and call, their cuddles will be an amazing reward!
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Sources
Behind the Name, Jocosa, July 2008
Behind the Name, Joyce, January 2022
Name Doctor, Jocosa
Dictionary of Medieval Names from European Sources, Jocosa
Ancestry, Joyce Family History
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