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Josephine

female

Meaning

"God Will Add"

Josephine is the French feminine form of Joseph, a Hebrew name traditionally interpreted as expressing divine increase.

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Popularity History of Josephine

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#56Top 100

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#56

Josephine was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
+8

better than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Josephine Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Josephine.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Josephine

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Quick Facts

OriginHebrew, French
Syllables3
Length9 letters

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