Combination of Mary (bitter/beloved) and Joseph (God will increase)
Marijose is a Spanish compound name formed by the contraction of Maria and Jose. It carries the dual heritage of the most prominent figures in the New Testament, blending the meanings of 'beloved' or 'bitter' with 'He will add'.
Less common today
Marijose isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,905 in 2006.
Olympic diver and Mexican politician
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
