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Yoseph

YOH-sef

Yoseph is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Yoseph is a Hebrew name meaning 'God will add' or 'God will increase.' It is a variant spelling of Joseph.”. It currently ranks #5868 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2005.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Yoseph Means

Yoseph is a Hebrew name meaning 'God will add' or 'God will increase.' It is a variant spelling of Joseph.

The Story of Yoseph

This Hebrew name, meaning 'God will add,' carries an ancient promise of abundance and divine favor, a blessing waiting for your son.

Yoseph is a variant spelling of the Hebrew name Yosef, stemming from the root 'yasaf,' meaning 'to add' or 'God will increase.' This name boasts a rich biblical heritage, most famously carried by Joseph, son of Jacob, whose story of triumph and divine providence is recounted in the Book of Genesis. From ancient Israel, the name spread through Jewish diaspora and Christian cultures, evolving in spelling but retaining its core meaning of divine favor and growth.

When you speak 'Yoseph' to your baby, it has a full, resonant sound that feels like a blessing. It conveys a sense of kindness and unwavering reliability. You can picture yourself writing this name on his first school report card, feeling a quiet pride in the generous spirit it represents, a gentle strength that will see him through.

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Numerology

3

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Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Personality Traits

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Peak Year

#37 in 2005

Total Births

937

First Recorded

1975

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