Jose
Jose is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Joseph, derived from the Hebrew name Yosef meaning 'God will increase' or 'God will add.' It has been a beloved name in Hispanic cultures for centuries, carrying deep religious significance as the earthly father of Jesus in Christian tradition.
Current Popularity
#91 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Written with an accent (José) in Spanish, though often anglicized without it
- •Extremely common in Spanish-speaking countries, maintaining steady popularity
- •Easy to pronounce in multiple languages with slight variations
- •The nickname Pepe is uniquely and strongly associated with Jose in Hispanic culture
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Famous People
José Martí
Cuban poet and independence leader
José Andrés
Spanish-American chef and humanitarian
José Feliciano
Puerto Rican musician and singer
José Mourinho
Portuguese football manager
Statistics
588,779
Total births since 1880
2002
Peak year
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