Josafat

“Yahweh has judged” — Associated with a biblical king from the Old Testament who is know

Spain origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5558US 2023

17Births / yr

↑Rising

404All-time births

📅 Since 198600

How to pronounce Josafat

JOH·SAH·FAT

/ˈdʒoʊ.ˈsɑ.ˈfæt/ · stress on JOH · 3 syllables

“Yahweh has judged”

Associated with a biblical king from the Old Testament who is know · Spain origin

What does Josafat mean and where does it come from?

Josafat originates from the Hebrew name יְהוֹשָׁפָט (Yehoshafat). The name is often associated with a biblical king from the Old Testament who is known for his reforms and devotion to God. It has variations in various languages and has been common in several cultures throughout history, particularly

Cultural significance

Josafat has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of yahweh has judged.

Peak popularity

Reached #3807 in 1996 — currently #5558 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Josafat?

Josafat works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Josafat Grace

How popular is Josafat right now?

Rising fast — up 2460 spots — currently #5558 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#5558 · Top 4.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5558	17	▲ up 2460 · +70% births
2022	#8018	10	▼ down 1140 · -17% births
2021	#6878	12	▼ down 116
2020	#6762	12	▲ up 3200 · +71% births
2015	#9962	7	▼ down 3778 · -50% births
2010	#6184	14	▼ down 735 · -7% births
2005	#5449	15	▲ up 31 · +15% births
2000	#5480	13	▲ up 795 · +44% births
1995	#6275	9	▲ up 1576 · +50% births
1990	#7851	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Josafat

Best Year2005Rank #5449

Peak Count17

Average Rank#6842

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Josafat

Josafat is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1986. With 404 total births recorded, Josafat remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7851 in 1990 to #5558 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Josafat in 1996:

Michael Matthew Jacob Christopher Joshua

Josafat by decade

Josafat peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	11
1990s	106
2000s ★	141
2010s	134
2020s	12

💎Josafat has only 404 total recorded births since 1986 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Josafat?

Common

JosJosieJosyAfat

What names sound and feel like Josafat?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Josafat also consider these

Josaphat

Hebrew · Hebrew

Josian

Spain · God will increase

India · Meaning 'brave' or

Johanan

Hebrew · God is gracious

Jonavan

American · Hebrew

Jonadab

Hebrew · Yahweh has graciously

Common questions about the name Josafat

What does the name Josafat mean?

Josafat means "Yahweh has judged" — a name rooted in Spain tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Josafat?

Josafat is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Josafat have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Josafat?

Josafat originates from Spain tradition. Spain names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Josafat?

Josafat is a three-syllable name pronounced JH OW1 S AA1 F AE1 T. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Josafat?

Josafat pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.