Holding steady, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Josean since 1982
Babies named Josean per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2010, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Josean's real moment was 2016.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 42 |
| 2000s | 95 |
| 2010s | 110 |
| 2020s | 61 |
Meaning & origin
Josean is a modern Spanish name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1982. It ranked #6,803 in 2025, meaning roughly 1 in 142,340 newborn boys receive this name. Its peak year came in 2016, and it has remained consistently stable in use since then. The name is most common in Florida, where Spanish naming traditions are strong. Josean blends the familiar 'Jose' (the Spanish form of Joseph) with the fashionable suffix '-an', creating a contemporary feel while retaining a classic root. This combination appeals to parents looking for a name that is both distinctive and culturally resonant, particularly within Hispanic communities in the United States.
Josean is a modern Spanish compound name, formed by blending Jose (the Spanish form of Joseph, meaning 'God will add') with the popular suffix -an. It may also be influenced by the Basque name Josean, a variant of Joseba. The name has been used in the United States since the 1980s, primarily in Florida.
Where Josean is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jose, Jojo, An
Variants: Joseán
Sibling names for Josean
Names that share Josean's style, for a brother or sister.
