US Popularity:4129
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:He will add
Nowadays, it is common to choose what were once popular nicknames as fully-fledged first names for baby. Like Josette, an adorable French pet name for the girl's name Josephine. Josephine, in turn, is a diminutive of Joseph, the Hebrew moniker meaning "He will add." Undoubtedly, your love for baby Josette will know no bounds, increasing with every day that passes as your little one flourishes! Other endearing titles with versions of the -ette suffix include Annette, Charlotte, Bridget, Cosette, and Georgette.

Josette Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Josette is currently #3606 on The Bump
Girl:Josette is currently #2429 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Josette is currently #4129 in U.S. births
Girl:Josette is currently #2288 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2288
in 2023
- 197
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 173

  • Behind the Name, Josette, February 2019

  • Behind the Name, Joséphine, February 2019

  • Behind the Name, Joseph, April 2024

  • Name Doctor, Josette

  • Abarim Publications, Joseph meaning, June 2024

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