Josif
boy nameJosif entered the US charts in 1998, peaked at #9631 in 1998, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1998–2025
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rank today
#9631
peak (1998)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #9631 |
| 2000s | #10894 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Josif are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Josif alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Josif in 2025?
- Josif is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Josif most popular?
- Josif peaked in 1998, reaching #9631 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Josif with classmates?
- Josif will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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