Josephine
GirlOrigin: Hebrew · French
Meaning
“French feminine form of Joseph, Hebrew 'God will add'”
Cultural Notes
French feminine form of Joseph; Empress Josephine, wife of Napoleon Bonaparte, is among its most famous bearers and helped make the name fashionable across Europe.
Popularity
Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1910s
Community likes: 0
Famous People Named Josephine
- Josephine Baker (performer), Empress Josephine (wife of Napoleon)
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