Josef vs Giuseppe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Josef

Boy #2,292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God will increase"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #1,683 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"may God give increase"

Origin: Hebrew

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Josef Rank #2,292

Giuseppe Rank #1,683

Giuseppe is more popular, ranked #1683 vs #2292 for Josef.

Is Josef or Giuseppe more popular?

Giuseppe is more popular, ranked #1683 compared to Josef at #2292 in the United States.

What do Josef and Giuseppe mean?

Josef means "God will increase" (Hebrew origin). Giuseppe means "may God give increase" (Hebrew origin).

Are Josef and Giuseppe boy or girl names?

Josef is primarily a boy name. Giuseppe is primarily a boy name.