boy name
Jose
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#95 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Jose in the US, 1880–2025
Jose first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2002, when 12,868 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 3,678.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jose a boy or a girl name?
Jose is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jose?
In 2025, Jose ranked #95 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Jose most popular?
Jose was most popular in 2002, when about 12,868 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.