Josephine
JO-se-feen
The Story of Josephine
From Napoleon's Empress to a star of the Jazz Age, this name carries a legacy of ambition and flair that has been waiting for your daughter.
Josephine, the elegant feminine form of the Hebrew name Joseph, means 'God will increase.' Its popularity surged in 18th-century France, thanks to Empress Joséphine, and subsequently spread through European and American high society, becoming a symbol of refinement and strength.
There's a delightful lilt to 'Josephine,' a name that feels both graceful and grounded. When you say it, you can imagine your daughter carrying herself with poise, possessing an inner richness. Writing it on her baby book cover will feel like bestowing a gift of elegance and substance, a name that promises a life filled with grace and growing influence.
What It Means
“Josephine is the feminine form of Joseph, meaning 'God will increase' in Hebrew. It gained popularity in France in the 18th century.”
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Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Josephine Baker
Iconic entertainer and civil rights activist.
Empress Joséphine
First wife of Napoleon Bonaparte.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#8,709 in 1918
Total Births
328,296
First Recorded
1880
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