Josephy Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationJOE-sef-ee / /ˈdʒoʊsəfi/

Hebrew; Latin

Meaning

Hebrew: He will add; Latin: God will increase

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Josephy is derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, which has biblical roots. It has been a popular name in various cultures, particularly among Jewish and Christian communities. The name has been borne by numerous saints and historical figures, contributing to its enduring popularity. Variants of the name can be found in many languages, reflecting its widespread use across different cultures.

Trend Summary

The name Josephy has seen a steady but modest level of popularity in the United States.

Similar Names

JosiahJovianJovannyJossJovitaJovany

Variants

  • Josephy
  • Joseph

International Variants

  • Giuseppe (Italian)
  • Jose (Spanish)
  • Yosef (Hebrew)
  • Josephus (Latin)

Famous people named Josephy

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Fictional characters named Josephy

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Sibling Suggestions

JoshuaJacobJamesJonathanJasperJude

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Josephy was first seen in the United States in 1960. Josephy has ranked as high as #1140 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Josephy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Josephy

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19606
19616