"may Yahweh give increase"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Yoseph
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The original Hebrew form of the timeless Joseph
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The Story of Yoseph
Yoseph is the Hebrew and Ethiopian spelling of Joseph, one of the most ancient and widespread names in the world. It comes from the Hebrew Yosef, derived from the root yasaph meaning to add or to increase, reflecting the Biblical Joseph's mother Rachel's prayer that God would give her another son. This spelling is particularly common in Ethiopia and among traditionally observant Jewish communities.
As a variant of Joseph, Yoseph carries millennia of history. The spelling Yoseph is especially prevalent in Ethiopia and the Ethiopian Jewish diaspora (Beta Israel), where it reflects the Amharic transliteration of the Hebrew original. It also appears in other East African Christian communities.
Joseph is one of the pivotal figures in the Hebrew Bible, the Quran, and Christian scripture. The Ethiopian Orthodox Church holds a strong tradition of Biblical names, and Yoseph is a respected name in Ethiopian Christian and Jewish communities alike.
Historical Record
Yoseph first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 937 babies have been named Yoseph in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yoseph is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #5,744 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Joseph appears in three of the world's major religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
- The spelling Yoseph is the standard form used in Ethiopian Hebrew and Christian communities
- Joseph's story of resilience is one of the longest single narratives in the Book of Genesis
Yoseph in Other Languages
Greek
Ioseph
Latin
Iosephus
Arabic
يوسف
Hebrew
יוסף
Amharic
ዮሴፍ
English
Joseph
Popularity Over Time
#5,744
Current Rank
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Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Joseph (Biblical patriarch)
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Son of Jacob and Rachel in the Hebrew Bible, renowned for his coat of many colors and his role as viceroy of Egypt
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,744
- Total SSA Count
- 16
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Ethiopian Amharic Jewish Christian Islamic
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Yos
Joey
Joe
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yoseph
What does the name Yoseph mean?
"may Yahweh give increase" (from Hebrew). Yoseph is the Hebrew and Ethiopian spelling of Joseph, one of the most ancient and widespread names in the world. It comes from the Hebrew Yosef, derived from the root yasaph meaning to add or to increase, reflecting the Biblical Joseph's mother Rachel's prayer that God would give her another son. This spelling is particularly common in Ethiopia and among traditionally observant Jewish communities.
What is the origin of the name Yoseph?
Yoseph has Hebrew, Ethiopian, Amharic, Jewish, Christian, and Islamic origins. In Hebrew, it means "may Yahweh give increase".
Is Yoseph a boy or girl name?
Yoseph is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Yoseph?
Yoseph is currently ranked #5744 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Yoseph?
Common nicknames for Yoseph include Yos, Joey, and Joe.
What are good middle names for Yoseph?
Popular middle name pairings include Yoseph David, Yoseph Michael, Yoseph Aaron, Yoseph Solomon, Yoseph Elijah, and Yoseph Isaac.
What are good sibling names for Yoseph?
Names that pair well with Yoseph as siblings include Benjamin, Miriam, Rachel, Leah, Noah, Abigail, Samuel, and Deborah.
How many syllables does Yoseph have?
Yoseph has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Yoseph a common or rare name?
Yoseph is an uncommon name, ranked #5744 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Yoseph?
Are there other spellings for Yoseph?
Related spellings include Yosef.
About the Name Yoseph
Yoseph is a boy name with Hebrew, Ethiopian, Amharic, Jewish, Christian, and Islamic origins . The name means "may Yahweh give increase" in Hebrew .
Yoseph is currently ranked #5,744 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Yoseph has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Yoseph include Yos, Joey, and Joe. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Yoseph include Yosef . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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