Josselyn Dos Santos

U.S. women's soccer player

Biography

Josselyn Dos Santos is a professional soccer player who has played for the United States women's national soccer team. Born and raised with a multicultural background bridging Brazilian and American heritage, she developed her soccer skills through competitive youth and college programs. Dos Santos has competed in various professional leagues and has been involved in international soccer competitions representing the United States. Her career reflects the growing prominence of women's soccer in North America and the increasingly diverse roster of American national teams. As a player, she has contributed to the expansion of women's professional soccer opportunities and has been part of teams working to advance the sport's global recognition and competitiveness.

The Name Josselyn

Josselyn is a modern, contemporary name that has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly among athletes and performers in the 21st century.

Quick Facts

Josselyn

Germanic origin

“A modern English spelling of the Germanic Jocelyn/Josseline, this variant became increasingly popular in the 1990s and 2000s as part of a broader trend of creating unique spellings of classic names. It maintains the 'joyful' Germanic root while feeling contemporary and distinctly American.”