Male Name
Joses
ˈd͡ʒoʊ.səs
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Writing Systems
ἸωσῆςAncient Greek
Characteristics
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Meaning & Etymology
Joses is a name derived from the Greek Ἰωσῆς (Ioses), a variant of Joseph. It is used in the New Testament to distinguish Joseph, the brother of James, from other characters with the same name. The name is significant in Christian texts, often associated with key biblical figures and events.
Etymology
Original Form:
Ἰωσῆς (Ioses)
Evolution:
From the Greek variant of Joseph, used to differentiate between multiple biblical figures named Joseph.
Source:
New Testament