Michaeljoseph Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMY-kul-JO-sef / /ˈmaɪkəl ˈdʒoʊsəf/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: Who is like God?; English: Variant of Michael and Joseph
Historical & Cultural Background
Michael is a common name in Judeo-Christian traditions, often associated with the archangel Michael. Joseph is a significant figure in both the Old and New Testaments, known for his role as the earthly father of Jesus. The combination of Michael and Joseph reflects a blend of biblical heritage and cultural significance. This name may also be seen as a modern compound name, gaining popularity in recent years.
Trend Summary
Michael has consistently been a popular name in the United States, though its usage has seen a gradual decline in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mikhael
- Mikhail
- Josef
International Variants
- Mikael (Swedish)
- Michele (Italian)
- Yosef (Hebrew)
Famous people named Michaeljoseph
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Michaeljoseph was first seen in the United States in 1983. Michaeljoseph has ranked as high as #1154 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Michaeljoseph has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Michaeljoseph (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |