Joseph
Joseph is a Hebrew name meaning 'He will add' or 'God will increase.' The name carries a sense of strength and reliability, often associated with individuals who are supportive and nurturing. Those named Joseph are often seen as natural leaders who inspire trust and confidence in others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,680,213 |
| Gender | Male (96% / 4%) |
| Peak year | 1956 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
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Notable People
Joseph Gordon-Levitt (Actor, *Inception*) · Joseph Stalin (Historical figure, former leader of the Soviet Union) · Joseph Haydn (Composer, classical music) · Joseph Smith (Religious leader, founder of the Latter Day Saint movement) · Joseph Campbell (Mythologist, known for the concept of the Hero's Journey)
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