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Current rank (2025)#991
Babies named Joe in 2025230
Total recorded464,556
Peak year1936 (8,023 babies)
Highest rank ever#20
Years in records1880–2025 (146 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 263 spots

Frequently asked about Joe

What does the name Joe mean?
Joe means “God will increase” from Hebrew/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Joe?
Joe has Hebrew/English origin. The traditional meaning is “God will increase”.
How popular is Joe?
Joe ranked #991 in 2025 — given to 230 babies that year.
When was Joe most popular?
Joe peaked in 1936 with 8,023 babies registered that year.
Is Joe a boy or girl name?
Joe is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Joes in registered births are male.
Is the name Joe rising or falling in popularity?
Joe has fallen 263 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #728 in 2020 to #991 in 2025.
How long has Joe been recorded?
Joe appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.

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