Joseph
JOE-sef
Popularity
#32
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Hebrew
Total Births
2,672,746
Peak Year
#32,831 in 1956
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless, Spiritual & Biblical
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Joseph is a Hebrew name meaning 'God will increase'. It is a prominent name in the Bible, belonging to Jacob's favorite son and Mary's husband.
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Joseph Stalin
Soviet dictator of the 20th century
Joseph Gordon-Levitt
American actor, director, and producer
Personality Traits
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