Male Name
Josepe
xo.ˈse.pe
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
rare Spanish
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
48/100
Meaning & Etymology
Josepe is a Spanish variant of the name Joseph, which originates from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning 'He will add' or 'God will increase'. The name has been widely used in Spanish-speaking countries and carries a strong religious connotation due to its biblical origins.
Etymology
Original Form:
Yosef
Evolution:
The name evolved from the Hebrew Yosef to the Greek Ioseph, then to the Latin Iosephus, and finally to the Spanish Josepe.
Source:
Etymological dictionaries and historical linguistics studies.