Joseph
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Joseph is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "He will add; God will increase".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Hebrew
Religion
Jewish
Popularity
71 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
He will add; God will increase
Etymology
From Hebrew יוֹסֵף (Yosef), derived from the root י-ס-ף meaning “to add, increase”.
Famous People Named Joseph
- Joseph Haydn — Austrian composer (1732–1809)
- Joseph Goebbels — Nazi politician and Propaganda Minister (1897–1945)
- Joseph Fourier — French mathematician and physicist (1768 – 1830)
- Joseph Conrad — Polish-British writer (1857–1924)
- Joseph John Thomson — British physicist (1856-1940)
Frequently Asked Questions About Joseph
What does the name Joseph mean?
Joseph means "He will add; God will increase", and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name Joseph?
Joseph originates from Hebrew, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Joseph a boy or girl name?
Joseph is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Joseph associated with?
Joseph is associated with Jewish.
Are there famous people named Joseph?
Yes — notable people named Joseph include Joseph Haydn (Austrian composer, 1732–1809), Joseph Goebbels (Nazi politician and Propaganda Minister, 1897–1945), Joseph Fourier (French mathematician and physicist, 1768 – 1830), Joseph Conrad (Polish-British writer, 1857–1924) and Joseph John Thomson (British physicist, 1856-1940).
Last updated: June 2026