How popular was your name Joseph in 2023?

Graph below show the trend how the name Joseph has been used between 1910 to now.

  • Origin: English, French, German, Biblical
  • Meaning: From Ioseph, the Latin form of Greek Ἰωσήφ (Ioseph), which was from the Hebrew name יוֹסֵף (Yosef) meaning 'he will add', from the root יָסַף (yasaf). In the Old Testament Joseph is the eleventh son of Jacob and the first with his wife Rachel. Because he was the favourite of his father, his older brothers sent him to Egypt and told their father that he had died. In Egypt, Joseph became an advisor to the pharaoh, and was eventually reconciled with his brothers when they came to Egypt during a famine. This name also occurs in the New Testament, belonging to Saint Joseph the husband of Mary, and to Joseph of Arimathea.In the Middle Ages, Joseph was a common Jewish name, being less frequent among Christians. In the late Middle Ages Saint Joseph became more highly revered, and the name became popular in Spain and Italy. In England it became common after the Protestant Reformation. In the United States it has stayed within the top 25 names for boys since 1880, making it one of the most enduringly popular names of this era.This name was borne by rulers of the Holy Roman Empire and Portugal. Other notable bearers include Austrian composer Joseph Haydn (1732-1809), the founder of Mormonism Joseph Smith (1805-1844), Polish-British author Joseph Conrad (1857-1924) and Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin (1878-1953).
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Explore the Popularity of Your Name in 2023

Curious to know how popular your name was in 2023? The graph above reveals the fascinating trend of how your name has been used over the years, tracing its journey from 1910 to the present. Whether your name has surged in popularity or remained a timeless favorite, this visualization provides a unique perspective on its historical significance and cultural impact.

By examining the fluctuations in your name's usage, you will see how it compares to other popular names over time. Whether you are exploring this data out of personal curiosity or to find inspiration for naming a child, this graph offers valuable insight into naming trends throughout the decades.

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