Joseph Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOE-sef / /ˈdʒoʊsəf/Hebrew; Latin; Greek
Meaning
Hebrew: He will add; Latin: Iosephus; Greek: Iōsēph
Historical & Cultural Background
Joseph is a name of significant religious importance, particularly in Christianity and Judaism. In the Bible, Joseph is known as the son of Jacob and Rachel, and also as the earthly father of Jesus. The name has been popular across various cultures and has been borne by numerous saints and historical figures. Its usage has persisted through centuries, making it a classic choice for boys.
Trend Summary
Joseph has consistently remained a popular name in the United States, often ranking within the top 50 names for boys.
Similar Names
Variants
- Joe
- Jos
- Jose
- Joey
International Variants
- Giuseppe (Italian)
- José (Spanish)
- Yosef (Hebrew)
- Josef (German)
- Józef (Polish)
Famous people named Joseph
Joseph Stalin was a Soviet political leader known for his role in the establishment of the Soviet Union.
Joseph Smith was the founder of the Latter Day Saint movement, also known as Mormonism.
Joseph Gordon-Levitt is an American actor and filmmaker known for his roles in films such as 'Inception' and '500 Days of Summer.'.
Joseph Haydn was an Austrian composer of the Classical period, known as the 'Father of the Symphony.'.
Fictional characters named Joseph
Joseph Joestar is a main character in the manga and anime series 'JoJo's Bizarre Adventure,' known for his cleverness and resourcefulness.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Joseph was first seen in the United States in 1880. Joseph has ranked as high as #19 nationally, which occurred in 1956, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, California, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Joseph has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Joseph (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 745 | |
TX | 691 | |
NY | 683 | |
FL | 399 | |
PA | 333 | |
OH | 262 | |
IL | 251 | |
NC | 215 | |
GA | 212 | |
MA | 198 | |
VA | 187 | |
MI | 172 | |
TN | 160 | |
IN | 156 | |
WA | 145 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 2,632 |
1881 | 2,456 |
1882 | 2,670 |
1883 | 2,515 |
1884 | 2,707 |
1885 | 2,540 |
1886 | 2,594 |
1887 | 2,456 |
1888 | 2,993 |
1889 | 2,729 |
1890 | 2,670 |
1891 | 2,572 |
1892 | 3,064 |
1893 | 2,997 |
1894 | 2,977 |
1895 | 2,992 |
1896 | 3,051 |
1897 | 2,827 |
1898 | 3,171 |
1899 | 2,679 |
1900 | 3,714 |
1901 | 2,766 |
1902 | 3,098 |
1903 | 3,121 |
1904 | 3,291 |
1905 | 3,302 |
1906 | 3,527 |
1907 | 3,844 |
1908 | 4,162 |
1909 | 4,348 |
1910 | 5,228 |
1911 | 6,488 |
1912 | 12,062 |
1913 | 14,471 |
1914 | 18,829 |
1915 | 23,051 |
1916 | 23,883 |
1917 | 24,761 |
1918 | 26,261 |
1919 | 24,266 |
1920 | 25,587 |
1921 | 26,182 |
1922 | 25,699 |
1923 | 25,561 |
1924 | 25,421 |
1925 | 24,614 |
1926 | 23,756 |
1927 | 23,505 |
1928 | 22,319 |
1929 | 21,165 |
1930 | 20,981 |
1931 | 19,327 |
1932 | 18,565 |
1933 | 17,162 |
1934 | 17,110 |
1935 | 17,182 |
1936 | 17,452 |
1937 | 17,323 |
1938 | 17,740 |
1939 | 17,723 |
1940 | 18,207 |
1941 | 19,808 |
1942 | 22,429 |
1943 | 22,827 |
1944 | 21,175 |
1945 | 20,821 |
1946 | 24,284 |
1947 | 27,521 |
1948 | 26,802 |
1949 | 26,407 |
1950 | 27,022 |
1951 | 28,148 |
1952 | 28,510 |
1953 | 29,267 |
1954 | 31,224 |
1955 | 31,587 |
1956 | 32,748 |
1957 | 31,853 |
1958 | 30,110 |
1959 | 29,537 |
1960 | 29,744 |
1961 | 29,454 |
1962 | 30,089 |
1963 | 30,080 |
1964 | 30,563 |
1965 | 28,633 |
1966 | 26,983 |
1967 | 25,927 |
1968 | 25,396 |
1969 | 26,177 |
1970 | 26,718 |
1971 | 24,514 |
1972 | 22,456 |
1973 | 21,327 |
1974 | 21,835 |
1975 | 22,127 |
1976 | 24,056 |
1977 | 26,485 |
1978 | 26,667 |
1979 | 28,653 |
1980 | 30,185 |
1981 | 30,764 |
1982 | 31,041 |
1983 | 30,444 |
1984 | 30,511 |
1985 | 30,219 |
1986 | 28,832 |
1987 | 28,519 |
1988 | 29,019 |
1989 | 29,882 |
1990 | 30,134 |
1991 | 29,839 |
1992 | 27,902 |
1993 | 27,013 |
1994 | 25,732 |
1995 | 25,352 |
1996 | 24,758 |
1997 | 23,603 |
1998 | 23,186 |
1999 | 23,219 |
2000 | 22,843 |
2001 | 22,030 |
2002 | 21,918 |
2003 | 21,392 |
2004 | 20,145 |
2005 | 19,235 |
2006 | 18,467 |
2007 | 17,361 |
2008 | 16,597 |
2009 | 14,949 |
2010 | 13,851 |
2011 | 12,994 |
2012 | 12,589 |
2013 | 12,276 |
2014 | 12,151 |
2015 | 11,528 |
2016 | 10,961 |
2017 | 10,485 |
2018 | 9,677 |
2019 | 9,174 |
2020 | 8,479 |
2021 | 8,155 |
2022 | 7,828 |
2023 | 7,268 |
2024 | 7,223 |