Joseph
Hebrew boy's name meaning “he will add”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Meaning
- he will add
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 6
- US rank (2023)
- #29
- Born in 2023
- 7,268
Meaning & origin
Joseph comes from the Hebrew Yosef, 'he will add' or 'God will increase'. The biblical Joseph was sold into Egypt and rose to power there.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Joseph ranked #29 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 7,268 US boys were given the name Joseph.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #6 in 2003
“Unranked” means Joseph was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Nicknames
Joe, Joey
Joseph: frequently asked questions
What does the name Joseph mean?
Joseph is a Hebrew name meaning "he will add". Joseph comes from the Hebrew Yosef, 'he will add' or 'God will increase'. The biblical Joseph was sold into Egypt and rose to power there.
Where does the name Joseph come from?
Joseph is of Hebrew origin. Joseph comes from the Hebrew Yosef, 'he will add' or 'God will increase'. The biblical Joseph was sold into Egypt and rose to power there.
Is Joseph a boy or a girl name?
Joseph is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Joseph?
In 2023, 7,268 US boys were given the name Joseph.
Is Joseph a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Joseph ranked #29 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Joseph?
Common nicknames for Joseph include Joe, Joey.