Josefina
boy nameJosefina entered the US charts in 1925, peaked at #3133 in 1941, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1925–2025
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rank today
#3133
peak (1941)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3946 |
| 1930s | #4001 |
| 1940s | #3133 |
| 1980s | #5751 |
| 1990s | #7271 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Josefina are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Josefina alive today was born around 1941, making them about 84 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Josefina in 2025?
- Josefina is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Josefina most popular?
- Josefina peaked in 1941, reaching #3133 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Josefina with classmates?
- Josefina will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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