Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Josedaniel since 1990
Babies named Josedaniel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 30 |
| 2000s | 80 |
| 2010s | 48 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Josedaniel is a modern compound name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1990. It combines the popular Spanish name Jose with Daniel, reflecting a trend of blending names to create unique identities. As of the latest data from 2025, Josedaniel ranks 12,008, with approximately 1 in every 341,615 newborns receiving the name. Its peak year was 2009, and its trajectory has been stable over recent decades. While the name does not appear with significant frequency in any particular state, it is primarily used in Hispanic communities. Josedaniel fits a pattern of combining two traditional names into a single given name, a practice that has grown in popularity since the late 20th century.
Josedaniel is a modern compound name formed by combining Jose, the Spanish form of Joseph, with Daniel. Joseph derives from the Hebrew Yosef, meaning 'God will increase,' while Daniel comes from the Hebrew Daniyyel, meaning 'God is my judge.' This type of blended name became popular in Hispanic communities, particularly in the United States, during the late 20th century as parents sought to honor multiple family members or create unique identities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jose, Danny, Dan, JD
Sibling names for Josedaniel
Names that share Josedaniel's style, for a brother or sister.
