Holding steady.
Popularity of Joseguadalupe since 1987
Babies named Joseguadalupe per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 21 |
| 1990s | 50 |
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 23 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Joseguadalupe is a distinctive compound name that merges two iconic Spanish names: José and Guadalupe. First recorded in the United States in 1987, the name reached its highest usage in 2006, reflecting the enduring cultural significance of the Virgin of Guadalupe in Mexican-American communities. Despite its low overall frequency, the name has remained stable in usage into the 2020s, indicating a consistent but niche appeal. It is almost exclusively given to boys and is often found in families with strong Mexican heritage. The name's rarity and religious connotations make it a meaningful choice for those honoring tradition.
Joseguadalupe is a compound of the Spanish names José and Guadalupe. José derives from the Hebrew Yosef, meaning 'God will increase,' while Guadalupe originates from the Arabic wadi al-lub, meaning 'river of the wolf,' later associated with the Virgin of Guadalupe in Mexico. The combined name is primarily used in Mexican and Mexican-American communities, often as a single given name honoring the patron saint.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Pepe, Lupe, José
Variants: José Guadalupe
Sibling names for Joseguadalupe
Names that share Joseguadalupe's style, for a brother or sister.
