Joseph
Baby name — meaning, origin & popularity
Boys
Starts with the letter J
2 syllables
6 letters
About the name Joseph
Joseph is a beautiful baby name. Below you'll find its likely gender, origin patterns, syllable structure and a curated list of similar names — everything you need to decide if Joseph is the right fit for your baby.
Quick stats
- Typically used for
- Boys
- Popularity
- Popular
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Joseph mean?
Meanings vary by culture and history. Joseph is most commonly associated with positive qualities — explore our app with your partner to dive deeper.
Is Joseph a popular baby name?
Popularity changes by year and country. Use our directory to compare Joseph with thousands of other names.
What names are similar to Joseph?
Look at our 'Similar names' section above for ideas that share the same starting letter or feel.