Name comparison
John vs Joseph
John is the more common of the two, with roughly 4.8x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | John | Joseph |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 7,900,000 | 1,639,818 |
| Global rank | #4 | #8 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,013 | 1 in 4,879 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,626,987 | 1,639,818 |
How they differ
John has approximately 7.9M living bearers compared to 1.6M for Joseph - a ratio of about 4.8x.
John originates from Hebrew (Yochanan - 'graced by God'). Joseph originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is John or Joseph more popular?
John is more popular worldwide, with approximately 7,900,000 estimated living bearers compared to 1,639,818 for Joseph. That is roughly 4.8x more bearers of John.
What is the difference in origin between John and Joseph?
John originates from Hebrew. Joseph originates from unknown sources.
Are John and Joseph used for the same gender?
Both John and Joseph are predominantly used as male names.
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