Boys name · Iowa
Joseph in Iowa
In 2025, 57 babies born in Iowa were named Joseph, making it the #54 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 23,215.
Popularity over time
Joseph in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 44 | #10 |
| 1926 | 194 | #21 |
| 1943 | 146 | #27 |
| 1959 | 288 | #28 |
| 1976 | 271 | #21 |
| 1992 | 229 | #19 |
| 2009 | 117 | #23 |
| 2025 | 57 | #54 |
Joseph had its most births in Iowa in 1980, when 434 babies were given the name. Joseph's highest rank in Iowa was #8, set in 1999.
Rank swung between #8 (1999) and #69 (2022) in Iowa, from #10 in 1910 to #54 in 2025.
Nationally, Joseph's strongest state was New York, where it hit #2 in 1910. See Joseph in every state →
How popular is Joseph in Iowa?
In 2025, 57 babies born in Iowa were named Joseph, making it the #54 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 23,215.
How many babies are named Joseph in Iowa?
Iowa recorded 57 births of babies named Joseph in 2025.
What is the rank of Joseph in Iowa?
Joseph ranked #54 among boys names in Iowa in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.