Name comparison
Joseph vs Steven
Joseph is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.6x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Joseph | Steven |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,639,818 | 1,035,603 |
| Global rank | #8 | #22 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 4,879 | 1 in 7,725 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,639,818 | 1,035,603 |
How they differ
Joseph has approximately 1.6M living bearers compared to 1.0M for Steven - a ratio of about 1.6x.
Joseph originates from unknown origins. Steven originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Joseph or Steven more popular?
Joseph is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,639,818 estimated living bearers compared to 1,035,603 for Steven. That is roughly 1.6x more bearers of Joseph.
What is the difference in origin between Joseph and Steven?
Joseph originates from unknown sources. Steven originates from unknown sources.
Are Joseph and Steven used for the same gender?
Both Joseph and Steven are predominantly used as male names.
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