Josefita
girl nameJosefita entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #955 in 1893, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1888–2025
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rank today
#955
peak (1893)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1036 |
| 1890s | #1383 |
| 1900s | #1466 |
| 1910s | #3079 |
| 1920s | #3907 |
| 1930s | #4042 |
| 1940s | #4640 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Josefita are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Josefita alive today was born around 1914, making them about 111 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Josefita in 2025?
- Josefita is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Josefita most popular?
- Josefita peaked in 1893, reaching #955 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Josefita with classmates?
- Josefita will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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