Josefa
girl name#8362 in 2025Josefa entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #548 in 1890, ranks #8362 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#8362
rank today
#548
peak (1890)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #742 |
| 1890s | #701 |
| 1900s | #769 |
| 1910s | #856 |
| 1920s | #863 |
| 1930s | #1019 |
| 1940s | #1391 |
| 1950s | #1785 |
| 1960s | #2310 |
| 1970s | #3155 |
| 1980s | #4256 |
| 1990s | #6055 |
| 2000s | #10451 |
| 2010s | #11663 |
| 2020s | #9617 |
Living bearers
About 1,800 people named Josefa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Josefa alive today was born around 1934, making them about 91 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Josefa in 2025?
- Josefa ranks #8362 among US girl names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Josefa most popular?
- Josefa peaked in 1890, reaching #548 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Josefa with classmates?
- Josefa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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