Name comparison
Joseph vs Mary
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 3.8x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Joseph | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,639,818 | 6,200,000 |
| Global rank | #8 | #13 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 4,879 | 1 in 1,290 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Female (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 2 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,639,818 | 1,355,849 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 1.6M for Joseph - a ratio of about 3.8x.
Joseph originates from unknown origins. Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child').
Frequently asked questions
Is Joseph or Mary more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 1,639,818 for Joseph. That is roughly 3.8x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Joseph and Mary?
Joseph originates from unknown sources. Mary originates from Hebrew.
Are Joseph and Mary used for the same gender?
Joseph is 99.6% male, while Mary is 0.4% male.
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