Male Name
Sepp
ˈzɛp
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
diminutives
Philip K. Dick characters
rally drivers
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
59/100
classic65%
informal120%
common65%
urban65%
strong140%
rough65%
strange100%
simple160%
Meaning & Etymology
Sepp is a German diminutive of the name Josef, commonly used as a given name. It carries the same connotations as Josef, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning 'He will add' or 'God shall add.' The name Sepp is often used affectionately or informally in German-speaking regions.
Etymology
Original Form:
Josef
Evolution:
Sepp evolved as a diminutive form of Josef in German-speaking cultures, often used in informal or familial contexts.
Source:
German diminutive tradition