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Joesph

Boy Name #6,333 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A timeless biblical name meaning God will add

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Meaning & Origin

"God will add, God increases"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
"may He add"
Origin: Hebrew biblical
Language: Hebrew

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.'

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
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1955 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Famous People Named Joesph

J

Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Actor

1981

American actor, filmmaker, and entrepreneur known for films including 500 Days of Summer, Inception, and The Dark Knight...

American actor, filmmaker, and entrepreneur known for films including 500 Days of Summer, Inception, and The Dark Knight Rises

J

Joseph Biden

Politician

1942

46th President of the United States (2021-2025), previously Vice President and long-serving US Senator from Delaware

J

Joseph Stalin

Politician

1878

Leader of the Soviet Union from 1924 to 1953, one of the most powerful and controversial figures of the 20th century

J

Joseph (Biblical)

Other

Son of Jacob in the Hebrew Bible, sold into slavery by his brothers and rising to become a vizier of Egypt, central figu...

Son of Jacob in the Hebrew Bible, sold into slavery by his brothers and rising to become a vizier of Egypt, central figure in Genesis chapters 37-50

Quick Facts

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

Joesiah #4381

Common Nicknames

Joe Joey Jo

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Sibling Names

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Similar Names

Jose Joshua Josef Giuseppe Jozef Joey Yusuf Yosef

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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, Joey, and Jo.
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.

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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