Joseph is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #4502 in 2001 with 27 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 103 births ranking #1843. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 48.1%. In 2001, approximately 1 in every 66,687 girls born was named Joseph. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Joseph is a major biblical classic meaning "he will add". It has an enormous history across Jewish, Christian, and wider international naming traditions, yet still feels warm and approachable.
The name comes from the biblical Joseph and later remained strong through saints, kings, and countless family traditions. Its staying power comes from being both deeply rooted and very easy to live with.