Josef
BoyGerman
Josef is a boy name of German origin meaning "He will add".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
German
Religion
Christian
Popularity
4 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
He will add
Etymology
German form of Joseph, from Hebrew Yosef: yoséif (he will add) via Latin Ioseph.
Famous People Named Josef
- Josef Albers — German-American designer, painter, educator and typographer (1888–1976)
- Josef Kajetán Tyl — Czech poet, playwright, publicist, writer, historic literature writer and lyricist (1808-1856)
- Josef Velenovský — Czech botanist, mycologist, pteridologist, and bryologist (1858-1949)
- Josef Václav Sládek — Czech poet, publicist and translator (1845–1912)
Frequently Asked Questions About Josef
What does the name Josef mean?
Josef means "He will add", and is of German origin.
What is the origin of the name Josef?
Josef originates from German, commonly used in Europe.
Is Josef a boy or girl name?
Josef is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Josef associated with?
Josef is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Josef?
Yes — notable people named Josef include Josef Albers (German-American designer, 1888–1976), Josef Kajetán Tyl (Czech poet, 1808-1856), Josef Velenovský (Czech botanist, 1858-1949) and Josef Václav Sládek (Czech poet, 1845–1912).
Last updated: June 2026