Josef

Boy

Origin: Hebrew · Germanic

Meaning

“God will increase”

Cultural Notes

German and Central European form of Joseph; widely used in Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, and Scandinavia.

Popularity

Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1950s
Community likes: 0

Famous People Named Josef

  • Josef Stalin, Josef Albers

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