Joes Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOH-ess / /dʒoʊs/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God will increase; English: variant of Joseph
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Joes is derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, which means 'God will add.' It has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts due to the biblical figure Joseph. In English-speaking countries, Joes is often considered a diminutive or variant of Joseph, which has been a popular name throughout history.
Trend Summary
The name Joes has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a general decline in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Joe
- Joseph
International Variants
- José (Spanish)
- Giuseppe (Italian)
- Yosef (Hebrew)
Famous people named Joes
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Joes was first seen in the United States in 1949. Joes has ranked as high as #984 nationally, which occurred in 1949, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Joes has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Joes
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1949 | 7 |
1989 | 5 |