Josiel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHOH-see-el / /hoʊˈsiː.ɛl/Hebrew; Spanish
Meaning
God will add (Hebrew); diminutive of José (Spanish)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Josiel is derived from the name Yosiah, meaning 'God will add,' reflecting a common theme in biblical names. In Spanish-speaking cultures, it is often seen as a diminutive or variation of José, which has deep roots in Christian tradition, particularly associated with Saint Joseph.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Josielito
- Josie
International Variants
- José (Spanish)
- Yosef (Hebrew)
Famous people named Josiel
Josiel de Oliveira — Brazilian footballer.
Josiel Ferreira — Brazilian artist.
Fictional characters named Josiel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Josiel was first seen in the United States in 1993. Josiel has ranked as high as #1344 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Florida, Texas, New York, California, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Josiel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Josiel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 34 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 42 |
| 2022 | 49 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 35 |