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Joseph vs Ursula

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joseph

Boy #32 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God will increase, he will add"

Origin: Hebrew Yosef from yasaf

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English French Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32
Total SSA Count
7,223
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Joseph Rank #32
Ursula Rank #5,225

Joseph is more popular, ranked #32 vs #5225 for Ursula.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Joseph or Ursula more popular?

Joseph is more popular, ranked #32 compared to Ursula at #5225 in the United States.

What do Joseph and Ursula mean?

Joseph means "God will increase, he will add" (Hebrew Yosef from yasaf origin). Ursula means "little bear, she-bear" (Latin origin).

Are Joseph and Ursula boy or girl names?

Joseph is primarily a boy name. Ursula is primarily a girl name.

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