Boys name · New Jersey
Joseph in New Jersey
Joseph was the 5th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 374 babies named Joseph that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 138,689 babies Joseph.
Popularity over time
Joseph in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 244 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 1,515 | 4th |
| 1943 | 1,476 | 6th |
| 1959 | 1,883 | 7th |
| 1976 | 1,021 | 9th |
| 1992 | 1,239 | 4th |
| 2009 | 610 | 7th |
| 2025 | 374 | 5th |
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey fell from 2nd in 1910 to 5th in 2025.
The most babies named Joseph in New Jersey in a single year was 1,967, in 1957. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1910.
Across the country, Joseph reached its best rank of 2nd in New York (1910). See Joseph in every state →
How popular is Joseph in New Jersey?
Joseph was the 5th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 374 babies named Joseph that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 138,689 babies Joseph.
How many babies are named Joseph in New Jersey?
In 2025, 374 babies were named Joseph in New Jersey. The most babies named Joseph in New Jersey in a single year was 1,967, in 1957.
What is the rank of Joseph in New Jersey?
Joseph ranked 5th among boys names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1910.
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.