US Popularity:155
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Portuguese, Hebrew
Meaning:He adds; God will increase
Jose is a boy’s name of Spanish and Portuguese origin. A Spanish form of the Hebrew name Joseph, it is one of the most popular names, peaking in the 1990s and early 2000s. This iconic moniker translates to “he adds” and “God will increase.” If you want a name that encourages baby to share your faith, Jose can make for an abundance of inspiration.
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Famous People Named Jose

Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
  • Jose Altuve
    Baseball Player
  • Jose Bautista
    Baseball Player
  • Jose Canseco
    Baseball Player
  • Jose Rizal
    Novelist

Common Nicknames for Jose

What’s not to like about the name Jose? We love that it has super-sweet nicknames—and you can find them all below! Whether you’re searching for something soft or playful—or just plain adorable!—you’re going to love the nickname ideas we’ve rounded up for your little one. Take a look at our list of some of the common and cute alternatives for Jose

How Popular Is The Name Jose?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Jose is currently #1061 on The Bump
Boy:Jose is currently #596 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Jose is currently #155 in U.S. births
Boy:Jose is currently #93 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#93
in 2023
- 7
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sibling Name Ideas

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