Josette
girl name#1833 in 2025Josette entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #416 in 1968, ranks #1833 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1916–2025
#1833
rank today
#416
peak (1968)
109
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4204 |
| 1920s | #4201 |
| 1930s | #2840 |
| 1940s | #1417 |
| 1950s | #1325 |
| 1960s | #1242 |
| 1970s | #1028 |
| 1980s | #2086 |
| 1990s | #2221 |
| 2000s | #3332 |
| 2010s | #3378 |
| 2020s | #2135 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Josette has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 6,100 people named Josette are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Josette alive today was born around 1973, making them about 52 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Josette in 2025?
- Josette ranks #1833 among US girl names in 2025, with 109 babies given the name.
- When was the name Josette most popular?
- Josette peaked in 1968, reaching #416 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Josette with classmates?
- Josette will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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