Hebrew · Boy name
Yosef
“he will add”
About the name Yosef
Yosef is a Hebrew name meaning ‘he will add’, derived from the root word ‘yasaf’. It is a biblical name, most notably borne by Joseph, the son of Jacob and Rachel, who is a prominent figure in the Book of Genesis. The name has been widely used in Jewish culture and has variants in many languages, including Joseph in English and José in Spanish. It symbolizes growth and increase, reflecting the biblical narrative of Joseph’s life and his role in Egypt.
- Meaning
- he will add
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- yo-SEF(2 syl.)
Middle names for Yosef
- Yosef David
- Yosef Elijah
- Yosef Michael
- Yosef Samuel
- Yosef Isaiah
Questions about Yosef
- What does Yosef mean?
- Yosef is a Hebrew name meaning "he will add".
- How do you pronounce Yosef?
- Yosef is pronounced yo-SEF, with emphasis on the second syllable.
- What are variants of Yosef?
- Variants of Yosef include Yoseph.
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