Josephine is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #288 in 2000 with 1,116 recorded births. This places Josephine in the top 2% of ranked US girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 4,126 births ranking #53. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 53.9%. In 2000, approximately 1 in every 1,627 girls born was named Josephine. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Josephine is a beautiful classic meaning God will add. It feels elegant, capable, and deeply established.
The name has been widely used for centuries and remains attractive because it combines formal beauty with excellent nicknames like Josie. Its history gives it both richness and ease.