Josette Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzoh-ZET / ʒo.zɛtFrench; Hebrew
Meaning
French: God is my salvation; Hebrew: Little Josephine
Historical & Cultural Background
Josette is a diminutive form of the name Josephine, which has roots in Hebrew. The name gained popularity in France and has been used in various cultures. It is often associated with feminine strength and grace. Josette has been a favored name in French-speaking countries and has seen varying levels of popularity in other regions.
Trend Summary
Josette has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Josie
- Josette
International Variants
- Josette (French)
- Yosette (Hebrew)
Famous people named Josette
Josette Simon is a British actress known for her work in theater and television.
Josette Biyo is a Filipino educator and scientist recognized for her contributions to science education.
Josette Sheeran is an American humanitarian and former president of the United Nations World Food Programme.
Josette P. is a French artist known for her contemporary paintings.
Fictional characters named Josette
Josette is a character in the soap opera 'Dark Shadows', known for her tragic love story.
Josette is a character in the video game 'Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin', serving as a key figure in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Josette was first seen in the United States in 1916. Josette has ranked as high as #665 nationally, which occurred in 1968, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Josette has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Josette (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 8 | |
| MN | 7 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| CO | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1938 | 44 |
| 1939 | 49 |
| 1940 | 17 |
| 1941 | 44 |
| 1942 | 53 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 31 |
| 1945 | 24 |
| 1946 | 40 |
| 1947 | 60 |
| 1948 | 56 |
| 1949 | 56 |
| 1950 | 42 |
| 1951 | 54 |
| 1952 | 52 |
| 1953 | 66 |
| 1954 | 62 |
| 1955 | 58 |
| 1956 | 60 |
| 1957 | 53 |
| 1958 | 71 |
| 1959 | 57 |
| 1960 | 58 |
| 1961 | 53 |
| 1962 | 59 |
| 1963 | 60 |
| 1964 | 44 |
| 1965 | 58 |
| 1966 | 48 |
| 1967 | 181 |
| 1968 | 504 |
| 1969 | 293 |
| 1970 | 298 |
| 1971 | 218 |
| 1972 | 175 |
| 1973 | 162 |
| 1974 | 120 |
| 1975 | 96 |
| 1976 | 95 |
| 1977 | 99 |
| 1978 | 85 |
| 1979 | 87 |
| 1980 | 62 |
| 1981 | 61 |
| 1982 | 64 |
| 1983 | 52 |
| 1984 | 60 |
| 1985 | 62 |
| 1986 | 44 |
| 1987 | 34 |
| 1988 | 42 |
| 1989 | 51 |
| 1990 | 52 |
| 1991 | 116 |
| 1992 | 65 |
| 1993 | 51 |
| 1994 | 66 |
| 1995 | 50 |
| 1996 | 60 |
| 1997 | 65 |
| 1998 | 56 |
| 1999 | 57 |
| 2000 | 71 |
| 2001 | 61 |
| 2002 | 50 |
| 2003 | 68 |
| 2004 | 51 |
| 2005 | 48 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 54 |
| 2008 | 42 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2012 | 51 |
| 2013 | 62 |
| 2014 | 52 |
| 2015 | 64 |
| 2016 | 57 |
| 2017 | 43 |
| 2018 | 52 |
| 2019 | 56 |
| 2020 | 74 |
| 2021 | 95 |
| 2022 | 92 |
| 2023 | 80 |
| 2024 | 85 |