Mariajose
Mariajose is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Bitter or beloved (Mary) combined with God will add (Joseph).
Origin and history
Mariajose is a compound name formed by combining the traditional Spanish names María and José. It serves as a modern, unspaced spelling of the double name María José, combining Marian and Josephite devotions into a single given name. In the United States, it is moderately used, especially within Spanish-speaking communities and families seeking a classic combined name.
Popularity in the United States
2,554 babies in the United States have been named Mariajose since 1880. It ranks #3492 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1618.
States where it is most popular
- CA (38.1 %)
- TX (36.4 %)
- AZ (10.9 %)
- FL (8.1 %)
- IL (2.2 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 10 |
| 1990-2000 | 234 |
| 2000-2010 | 663 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,164 |
| 2020-2029 | 483 |
Fun facts
- While traditionally written as two separate names (María José), the merged spelling Mariajose has gained popularity as a single legal first name.
- The name honors both Mary and Joseph, the parents of Jesus, reflecting deep roots in Christian devotional naming practices.