Combination of Mary (bitter/beloved) and Joseph (He will add)
A compound name common in Spanish-speaking cultures, merging the traditional names Maria and Jose. Maria is of Hebrew origin meaning bitter or beloved, while Jose is the Spanish form of Joseph, meaning God will add or increase. It is often used to honor both the Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph.
Less common today
Mariajose isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,366 in 2010.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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