"God will add, God shall increase"
Origin: Hebrew (Yosef)
Language: Latin/Spanish
Josephina
Pronunciation: [ j-ahs-ihf-EYEN-uh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"may God grant children"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Josephina
Josephina is the Spanish/Latin variant of Josephine, the feminine form of Joseph. The name traces to the Hebrew 'Yosef' from the root 'yasaf,' meaning 'God will add' or 'God shall increase' — a name of divine promise. It was the name given by Jacob to his beloved son in the Book of Genesis, and through the Latinized feminine form has become one of the most enduring names in Catholic cultures.
Josephina gained royal prestige through Empress Joséphine, wife of Napoleon Bonaparte. In Spanish and Latin American cultures, Josefina has long been a staple, making Josephina a slightly more ornate variant with Italian and Latin flair.
Empress Joséphine de Beauharnais made this name synonymous with imperial elegance. In Catholic traditions, the feast day of Saint Joseph (March 19) is celebrated as 'Día del Nombre' in Spanish-speaking countries, making Josephina names carry festive significance.
Historical Record
Josephina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 3,108 babies have been named Josephina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Josephina is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,837 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Empress Joséphine de Beauharnais was Napoleon's first wife and the first Empress of the French
- Josephine Baker, the American-born French entertainer, made the name iconic in 20th century culture
Josephina in Other Languages
French
Joséphine
German
Josefine
Hebrew
יוספינה
Italian
Giuseppina
Spanish
Josefina
Portuguese
Josefina
Popularity Over Time
#1,837
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Josephina
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Josephine Baker
Entertainer
1906
American-born French entertainer, civil rights activist, and French Resistance spy
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Empress Joséphine
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1763
First Empress of the French as the wife of Napoleon Bonaparte; her fashion and grace defined an era
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Josefina Montez Fictional
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One of the American Girl historical character dolls, representing 1820s New Mexico and Hispanic heritage
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #1,837
- Total SSA Count
- 110
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Latin American Italian Portuguese Catholic
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Josie
Jo
Fina
Pepi
Joey
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Frequently Asked Questions About Josephina
What does the name Josephina mean?
"God will add, God shall increase" (from Hebrew (Yosef)). "may God grant children" (from Hebrew). Josephina is the Spanish/Latin variant of Josephine, the feminine form of Joseph. The name traces to the Hebrew 'Yosef' from the root 'yasaf,' meaning 'God will add' or 'God shall increase' — a name of divine promise. It was the name given by Jacob to his beloved son in the Book of Genesis, and through the Latinized feminine form has become one of the most enduring names in Catholic cultures.
What is the origin of the name Josephina?
Josephina has Hebrew (Yosef), Hebrew, Spanish, Latin American, Italian, Portuguese, and Catholic origins. In Hebrew (Yosef), it means "God will add, God shall increase". In Hebrew, it means "may God grant children".
Is Josephina a boy or girl name?
Josephina is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Josephina?
Josephina is pronounced j-ahs-ihf-EYEN-uh.
How popular is the name Josephina?
Josephina is currently ranked #1837 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Josephina?
Common nicknames for Josephina include Josie, Fina, Pepi, and Joey.
What are good middle names for Josephina?
Popular middle name pairings include Josephina Marie, Josephina Louise, Josephina Grace, Josephina Claire, Josephina Rose, Josephina Elena, and Josephina Carmen.
What are good sibling names for Josephina?
Names that pair well with Josephina as siblings include Sebastian, Isabella, Raphael, Valentina, Ignacio, Catalina, and Lorenzo.
How many syllables does Josephina have?
Josephina has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Josephina a common or rare name?
Josephina is an uncommon name, ranked #1837 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Josephina
Josephina is a girl name with Spanish, Latin American, Italian, Portuguese, and Catholic origins . The name means "God will add, God shall increase" in Hebrew (Yosef) .
Josephina is currently ranked #1,837 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Josephina has 4 syllables and is pronounced j-ahs-ihf-EYEN-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Josephina include Josie, Jo, Fina, Pepi, and Joey. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Josephina include Josephine, Joselyn, Josefina, Josette, Josey . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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