God will increase; sea; famous
A modern Portuguese and Spanish portmanteau, typically combining Jose (God will increase) with names like Mario (sea) or Mar (sea). It is also associated with the Germanic element 'mar' meaning famous. It gained significant popularity in Brazil and Latin America during the late 20th century.
Less common today
Josimar isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,309 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Brazilian international footballer known as Josimar
Ecuadorian professional footballer
Peruvian professional footballer
