Josephine
Josephine is of French origin, the feminine form of Joseph, meaning 'God will increase' or 'God will add.' The name carries a rich historical legacy and has been beloved across cultures for centuries.
Current Popularity
#56 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Offers many nickname options to suit different personalities
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •Strong historical and cultural significance
- •Works well for all ages, from childhood through adulthood
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Famous People
Josephine Baker
Entertainer and civil rights activist
Empress Joséphine
First wife of Napoleon Bonaparte
Josephine Skriver
Danish model
Josephine Langford
Australian actress
Statistics
327,305
Total births since 1880
1918
Peak year
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