Holding steady.
Popularity of Josip since 1972
Babies named Josip per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 23 |
| 1980s | 33 |
| 1990s | 19 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Josip is a Croatian and Slovene variant of Joseph, a name with deep biblical roots meaning 'God will add.' In the U.S., its recorded usage began in 1972, and it reached its peak year in 1981, when it was most frequently given. Since then, its trajectory has been stable, with a modest but consistent presence. While it does not appear in the top rankings and has no top states of concentration, Josip remains a familiar choice within Croatian and Slovene diaspora families. The name's enduring appeal lies in its strong religious heritage and its connection to the widespread Joseph family, yet it retains a distinctively Slavic character that sets it apart from more common English forms.
Josip is a Croatian and Slovene form of Joseph, which derives from the Hebrew Yosef, meaning 'he will add' or 'God increases.' The name has been used across Christian cultures in the Balkans, particularly among Catholic families in Croatia and Slovenia. It saw a peak in popularity in the 1980s, especially in 1981, and has since remained stable in use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jo, Jozo, Joso, Joško
Sibling names for Josip
Names that share Josip's style, for a brother or sister.
