Joseph
Meaning: He will add; God will increase
Origin: Hebrew — from Yosef (יוֹסֵף), from yasaf (to add, to increase)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #41
Total births: 14,658
History: Joseph has been consistently popular in Australia across multiple generations. The name carries a solid, dependable character. Joseph represents the Catholic tradition in Australian naming — a significant influence in a country where Catholic schools educate a large proportion of children.
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| Current rank (2025) | #33 |
| Babies named Joseph in 2025 | 176 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 14,658 |
| Peak year | 1994 (303 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #32 |
| Years in records | 1952–2025 (74 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 16 spots |
Frequently asked about Joseph
What does the name Joseph mean?
Joseph means “He will add; God will increase” from Hebrew — from Yosef (יוֹסֵף), from yasaf (to add, to increase) roots.
What is the origin of the name Joseph?
Joseph has Hebrew — from Yosef (יוֹסֵף), from yasaf (to add, to increase) origin. The traditional meaning is “He will add; God will increase”.
How popular is Joseph in Australia?
Joseph ranked #33 in Australia in 2025 — given to 176 babies that year.
When was Joseph most popular?
Joseph peaked in 1994 with 303 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Joseph a boy or girl name?
Joseph is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Josephs in registered births are male.
Is the name Joseph rising or falling in popularity?
Joseph has risen 16 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #49 in 2020 to #33 in 2025.
How long has Joseph been recorded in Australia?
Joseph appears in birth records in Australia across 74 years — from 1952 through 2025.