Joselito
Joselito is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
God shall add, or he will add (diminutive form).
Origin and history
Joselito is a traditional Spanish diminutive of José, which derives from the Hebrew name Yosef meaning 'he will add'. It has historically been used in Spanish-speaking cultures as an endearing name or formal given name. In the United States, it is a rare given name, appearing mostly in historic birth records.
Popularity in the United States
742 babies in the United States have been named Joselito since 1880. It ranks #3934 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (67.2 %)
- NJ (21.4 %)
- CA (8.9 %)
- IL (2.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 161 |
| 1970-1980 | 245 |
| 1980-1990 | 125 |
| 1990-2000 | 134 |
| 2000-2010 | 62 |
| 2010-2019 | 15 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Joselito
- Joselito Jiménez: Singer, Actor
Nicknames
José, Lito
Fun facts
- The suffix '-ito' is added to José to express affection or refer to a younger family member.
- The name gained international cultural fame through Spanish child singer and actor Joselito in the mid-20th century.