Declining since 2001, #3,757 for boys today.
Popularity of Joseluis since 1951
Babies named Joseluis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 33 |
| 1960s | 86 |
| 1970s | 258 |
| 1980s | 678 |
| 1990s | 1,001 |
| 2000s | 1,235 |
| 2010s | 759 |
| 2020s | 254 |
Meaning & origin
Joseluis is a compound Spanish name that combines Jose and Luis into a single given name. First recorded in the U.S. in 1951, it reached its peak popularity in 2000, when it ranked 3757th and occurred in about 1 in 58,899 births. Since 2001, its usage has been falling, likely reflecting broader trends away from compound names. The name is most common in Texas and California, states with large Hispanic populations. While not as popular as its individual components, Joseluis remains a distinctive choice that honors family and cultural traditions.
Joseluis is a compound name formed from Jose, the Spanish form of Joseph, and Luis, the Spanish form of Louis. It follows a common Spanish naming tradition of combining two names, often those of saints or family members, into a single given name. The name has been in use in Spanish-speaking communities since at least the mid-20th century.
Where Joseluis is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Joselo, Chepe, Luis
Variants: Jose Luis
Sibling names for Joseluis
Names that share Joseluis's style, for a brother or sister.
