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Marijose

mah-ree-HO-seh · Compound of Maria and Jose, equivalent to 'Mary Joseph'.

Peak popularity
2006
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2020

Rising since 2020.

Popularity of Marijose since 2005

Babies named Marijose per year in U.S. Social Security records.

8152320102020Most births 2006Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s79
2010s92
2020s11

Meaning & origin

Marijose is a modern Spanish compound name combining Maria and Jose, reflecting a cultural tradition of honoring both the Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph. First recorded in the United States in 2005, it saw its peak popularity in 2006. While it has never ranked nationally, its trajectory has been rising since 2020, indicating growing interest. The name is given almost exclusively to girls and carries a distinctly Hispanic heritage, though it has not been concentrated in any particular state. As a compound name, it offers the flexibility of nicknames like Mari or Majo, blending familiarity with a unique flair.

Marijose is a modern Spanish compound name formed from Maria and Jose, the Spanish forms of Mary and Joseph. It emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend of combining popular saints' names, particularly in Spanish-speaking cultures. The name remains relatively uncommon but has seen steady use since the 2000s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Mari, Majo, Jose

Variants: Maria José, María José

Sibling names for Marijose

Names that share Marijose's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Marijose mean?
Marijose is a compound of Maria and Jose, meaning 'Mary Joseph'.
How popular is Marijose?
Marijose has never ranked among the top 1,000 names in the United States, but its peak year was 2006, according to Social Security data. Use has been rising since 2020.
Is Marijose a boy's or girl's name?
Marijose is almost exclusively used for girls.