Iosif
Pronunciation: [ EYE-uhs-ihf ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Iosif first appeared in US Social Security records in 1985.
Over 43 babies have been named Iosif in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Iosif is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,169 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #11,169
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Iosif
Iosif is a boy name .
Iosif is currently ranked #11,169 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Iosif include Ios, Ioy, Ioie, and Ioskins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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