Josejulian
A compound masculine name of Spanish origin combining "José" (Joseph) and "Julián".
Name Census estimates that about 181 living Americans carry the first name Josejulian. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Josejulian today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Josejulian births was 2002 (19 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Josejulian. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
181
~ 1 in 1,893,670 Americans
Peak year
2002
19 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2023 SSA rank
#11,473
Tracked since 2002
Popularity
Josejulian: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Josejulian from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 94 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Josejulian by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Josejulian during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Josejulians live
Origin
Meaning and history of Josejulian
The name Josejulian is a unique combination of two distinct names, Jose and Julian, each with its own history and origins. Jose is a Spanish variation of the Hebrew name Joseph, which means "he will add" or "God will increase." The name Joseph has its roots in the biblical story of Joseph, the son of Jacob, who rose to prominence in ancient Egypt.
Julian, on the other hand, traces its origins to the Roman family name Julianus, which was derived from the name Julius. Julius was a prominent Roman name, borne by several notable figures, including Julius Caesar, the famous Roman military leader and statesman. The name Julian is believed to have its roots in the Greek word "ioulos," meaning "downy-bearded" or "youth."
While the combination of these two names, Josejulian, is relatively uncommon, it is possible that it emerged as a way to honor or pay tribute to individuals from both Hispanic and Roman cultural backgrounds. However, there are no clear historical records or references to the name Josejulian appearing in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or significant historical documents.
One of the earliest recorded examples of someone bearing the name Josejulian dates back to the late 19th century. Josejulian Martí y Pérez (1853-1895) was a Cuban poet, philosopher, and revolutionary leader who played a crucial role in the struggle for Cuban independence from Spain. His writings and political activism inspired generations of Latin American intellectuals and revolutionaries.
Another notable figure with the name Josejulian was Josejulian Machado Casas (1896-1968), a Cuban painter and sculptor known for his contributions to the Vanguardia movement. His works often depicted scenes from Cuban life and culture, and he is celebrated as one of the most influential artists in the history of Cuban art.
In the world of literature, Josejulian Marcano (1905-1979) was a Venezuelan writer and journalist who made significant contributions to the development of Venezuelan literature. His works explored themes of social justice, political struggles, and the cultural identity of Venezuela.
Josejulian Martí Bello (1901-1981) was a Cuban composer and musician who played a pivotal role in the preservation and promotion of Cuban musical traditions. He is renowned for his compositions that blended elements of classical music with Afro-Cuban rhythms and melodies.
Lastly, Josejulian Ayesta (1919-2001) was a Basque writer and poet who wrote extensively in both Spanish and Basque languages. His works reflected the cultural and linguistic diversity of the Basque Country, and he is celebrated as one of the most important voices in Basque literature.
These examples demonstrate that while the name Josejulian may be uncommon, it has been borne by individuals who have left an indelible mark on various fields, including literature, art, music, and political activism, across different regions and cultures.
People
Josejulian + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Josejulian as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Josejulian: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Josejulian?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 181 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Josejulian going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,893,670 US residents.
Is Josejulian a common name?
We classify Josejulian as "Very Rare". It ranks above 72.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 183 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Josejulian most popular?
The single biggest year for Josejulian was 2002, when 19 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Josejulian is about 16 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Josejulian in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Josejulian a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Josejulian in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Josejulian still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Josejulian in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Josejulian can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Josejulian as a first name?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.