How popular is the name Josephus in 2025?

Josephus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Josephus most popular?

Josephus peaked in 1897, reaching #787 among US boy names.

Josephus will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Josephus entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #787 in 1897, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#787

peak (1897)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 500 people named Josephus are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Josephus alive today was born around 1940, making them about 85 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Josephus in 2025?: Josephus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Josephus most popular?: Josephus peaked in 1897, reaching #787 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Josephus with classmates?: Josephus will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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