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At a Glance
- Meaning
- May he (God) add
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- JOH-zuhf
Joseph is a Hebrew name meaning "may he (God) add," and it's stayed a steady presence on the SSA charts for well over a century. If you want a name with real staying power rather than a trend that fades, this is one to consider. Its pronunciation, JOH-zuhf, is familiar and easy for most people to say right away.
Meaning & Origin of Joseph
Meaning: May he (God) add.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Joseph
JOH-zuhfIPA /ˈdʒoʊzəf/
Popularity of Joseph
Joseph peaked at #5 in 1912 with 12,062 babies given the name, and in 2024 it ranked #32 with 7,223 — still comfortably inside the top 50 more than a century later.
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FAQ
What does the name Joseph mean?
May he (God) add. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Joseph?
Joseph is pronounced JOH-zuhf (IPA: /ˈdʒoʊzəf/).
Is Joseph a popular name right now?
Joseph peaked at #5 in 1912 and is ranked #32 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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