"God will add, God increases"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Joesph
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A timeless biblical name meaning God will add
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Meaning & Origin
"may He add"
Origin: Hebrew biblical
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Joesph
Joesph is an alternate spelling of Joseph, one of the most enduringly beloved names in the world. The name derives from the Hebrew Yosef, meaning 'God will add' or 'God increases.' It was borne by Joseph in the Book of Genesis — the eleventh son of Jacob, sold into slavery by his brothers but who rose to become a prince of Egypt. In the New Testament, Joseph was the earthly father of Jesus.
Joseph has been in the top 20 American baby names for well over a century, and remains consistently in the top 30. The Joesph spelling is a rare variant that maintains all the cultural weight of Joseph while standing out on paper. The name's steady popularity reflects its universal appeal across religious traditions.
Joseph holds a revered place in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In the Hebrew Bible, Joseph the Dreamer is celebrated for his wisdom, resilience, and forgiveness. In Christianity, Saint Joseph is venerated as the husband of Mary and earthly father of Jesus, with his own feast day on March 19. In Islam, Yusuf's story occupies an entire surah in the Quran, called 'the most beautiful of stories.'
Historical Record
Joesph first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 11,283 babies have been named Joesph in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Joesph is past its peak , currently ranked #6,333 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Joseph is one of only a handful of names shared by venerated figures in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
- José is the most common male name in the Spanish-speaking world, making Joseph's variants the most widespread male name globally
- The musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat by Andrew Lloyd Webber has been performed over 30,000 times worldwide
Joesph in Other Languages
Arabic
يوسف
French
Joseph
German
Josef
Hebrew
יוסף
Italian
Giuseppe
Russian
Иосиф
Spanish
José
Popularity Over Time
#6,333
Current Rank
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Peaked 1955
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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1981
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Joseph Biden
Politician
1942
46th President of the United States (2021-2025), previously Vice President and long-serving US Senator from Delaware
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1878
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Joseph (Biblical)
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,333
- Total SSA Count
- 14
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Christian English Catholic Muslim
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Joe
Joey
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Frequently Asked Questions About Joesph
What does the name Joesph mean?
"God will add, God increases" (from Hebrew). "may He add" (from Hebrew biblical). Joesph is an alternate spelling of Joseph, one of the most enduringly beloved names in the world. The name derives from the Hebrew Yosef, meaning 'God will add' or 'God increases.' It was borne by Joseph in the Book of Genesis — the eleventh son of Jacob, sold into slavery by his brothers but who rose to become a prince of Egypt. In the New Testament, Joseph was the earthly father of Jesus.
What is the origin of the name Joesph?
Joesph has Hebrew, Hebrew biblical, Christian, English, Catholic, and Muslim origins. In Hebrew, it means "God will add, God increases". In Hebrew biblical, it means "may He add".
Is Joesph a boy or girl name?
Joesph is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #6333. As a girl name, it is ranked #23554. Joesph is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Joesph?
Joesph is currently ranked #6333 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Joesph?
Common nicknames for Joesph include Joe and Joey.
What are good middle names for Joesph?
Popular middle name pairings include Joesph Michael, Joesph Thomas, Joesph William, Joesph Patrick, Joesph Anthony, Joesph Francis, and Joesph David.
What are good sibling names for Joesph?
Names that pair well with Joesph as siblings include Mary, Elizabeth, James, Matthew, Luke, Anna, and Catherine.
How many syllables does Joesph have?
Joesph has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Joesph a common or rare name?
Joesph is an uncommon name, ranked #6333 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Joesph?
Related spellings include Joesiah.
About the Name Joesph
Joesph is a boy name with Hebrew, Christian, English, Catholic, and Muslim origins . The name means "God will add, God increases" in Hebrew .
Is Joesph a boy or girl name? Joesph is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,333 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #23,554. Joesph is more commonly used as a boy name.
Joesph is currently ranked #6,333 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Joesph has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Joesph include Joe, Joey, and Jo. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Joesph include Joesiah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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