Josette Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Josette is a French name derived from Joseph, meaning 'He will add' or 'God will increase'. Its evolution traces back through Hebrew and Latin forms. The name is characterized by charm and elegance, and while it is not biblically relevant, it has historical significance in French culture. Josette has seen a resurgence in popularity and is often viewed positively in contemporary society.
The name Josette is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Josette has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Josette' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5394th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1937th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1386th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 840th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2102nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3154th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2600th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Josette' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Josette"
Pronunciation
/ʒoˈzɛt/
Origin
French
Etymology
Josette is a diminutive form of the name Joseph, which has Hebrew origins. The name Joseph means 'He will add' or 'God will increase'. Josette emerged as a feminine form in the French language.
Meaning
He will add; God will increase
Language Evolution
Joseph (Hebrew), Iosephus (Latin), Josèphe (French), Josette (French)
Historical Usage
Josette gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, especially in French-speaking regions. It became more widely known through literature and film.
Variants & Derivatives
Josephine, Josie, Josette
Modern Popularity & Image
Josette is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with sophistication and femininity. It remains relatively uncommon but retains a classic appeal.
Famous People
Josette Simon - British actress, Josette Day - French actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Josette"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Josette"
"Josette" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5394th of 9107 | 42 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1937th of 9204 | 333 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1386th of 12526 | 1,061 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 840th of 19264 | 2,581 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2102nd of 27321 | 930 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3154th of 35406 | 790 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2600th of 30306 | 812 |
Regional Popularity of "Josette" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Josette" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
80.60% 1246th/1546 |
62.60% 974th/1556 |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
84.16% 1302nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
63.13% 1406th/2227 |
35.51% 863rd/2430 |
84.16% 2401st/2853 |
44.72% 1241st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
29.69% 872nd/2937 |
18.86% 657th/3483 |
29.11% 1024th/3518 |
20.80% 841st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
67.95% 2504th/3685 |
37.27% 1668th/4475 |
45.28% 2352nd/5194 |
32.74% 2068th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
70.60% 3235th/4582 |
53.87% 2782nd/5164 |
45.75% 3346th/7313 |
32.94% 2458th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
55.70% 2219th/3984 |
68.11% 3056th/4487 |
41.60% 2838th/6822 |
44.52% 2794th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Josette"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Josette" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.