Josaphat
boy nameJosaphat entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #8110 in 1997, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1997–2025
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rank today
#8110
peak (1997)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8110 |
| 2000s | #12367 |
| 2020s | #12239 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Josaphat are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Josaphat alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Josaphat in 2025?
- Josaphat is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Josaphat most popular?
- Josaphat peaked in 1997, reaching #8110 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Josaphat with classmates?
- Josaphat will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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