Name comparison
Joseph vs Samuel
Joseph is the more common of the two, with roughly 2.7x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Joseph | Samuel |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,639,818 | 615,694 |
| Global rank | #8 | #54 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 4,879 | 1 in 12,993 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,639,818 | 615,694 |
How they differ
Joseph has approximately 1.6M living bearers compared to 616k for Samuel - a ratio of about 2.7x.
Joseph originates from unknown origins. Samuel originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Joseph or Samuel more popular?
Joseph is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,639,818 estimated living bearers compared to 615,694 for Samuel. That is roughly 2.7x more bearers of Joseph.
What is the difference in origin between Joseph and Samuel?
Joseph originates from unknown sources. Samuel originates from unknown sources.
Are Joseph and Samuel used for the same gender?
Both Joseph and Samuel are predominantly used as male names.
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