Josepha
“God will increase”
Hebrew origin · Girl name
#1055US 2023
1.1kBirths / yr
→Stable
407All-time births
📅 Since 188800
How to pronounce Josepha
joh·SEF·uh
/dʒoʊ.ˈsɛf.ə/ · stress on SEF · 3 syllables
“God will increase”
Hebrew origin · Girl name
What does Josepha mean and where does it come from?
Josepha is the feminine form of the name Joseph, which has Hebrew origin. It is spelled as 'יְהוֹסֵף' in Hebrew, meaning 'God will increase' or 'He will add'. The name has significant Biblical roots, with Joseph being one of the most prominent figures in the Old Testament. Josepha has been used hist
Cultural significance
Josepha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.
Peak popularity
Reached #1052 in 1894 — currently #1055 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Josepha?
Josepha works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Josepha Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Josepha Rose
Floral · soft ending
Josepha Mae
Sweet · timeless
Josepha Claire
French influence · crisp
Josepha Jane
Literary · strong
Josepha Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Josepha right now?
Holding steady — currently #1055 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Josepha
Josepha has been a beloved American name for over 136 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1888. With 407 total births recorded, Josepha remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #1694 in 1895 to #1055 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Josepha in 1894:
Josepha by decade
Josepha peaked in the 1890s. See all 1890s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 6 | |
| 1890s | 30 | |
| 1900s | 6 | |
| 1910s ★ | 77 | |
| 1920s | 77 | |
| 1930s | 48 | |
| 1940s | 32 | |
| 1950s | 59 | |
| 1960s | 24 | |
| 1970s | 13 | |
| 1980s | 18 | |
| 2000s | 12 | |
| 2010s | 5 |
Josepha has only 407 total recorded births since 1888 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Josepha?
CROATIAN
FinkaInaJozefinaJožica
DANISH
Josefine
DUTCH
JosephineJozefien
ENGLISH
JoJodeneJodiJodieJodyJoettaJoeyJojoJoleenJoleneJosephinaJosephineJosiePosiePosy
Famous people named Josepha
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Josepha (historical figure)
Josepha bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.
What names sound and feel like Josepha?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Josepha also consider these
How is Josepha written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Josepha?
Yousef ARABICYoussef ARABICYusef ARABICYusuf ARABICHovsep ARMENIANYusif AZERBAIJANIJoseba BASQUEIoseph BIBLICAL GREEKIoses BIBLICAL GREEKYosef BIBLICAL HEBREWIoseph BIBLICAL LATINJoseph BIBLICALJoses BIBLICALYosif BULGARIANJosep CATALANJosip CROATIANJoško CROATIANJoso CROATIANJozo CROATIANJosef CZECHJosef DANISHJef DUTCHJoep DUTCHJoop DUTCHJoos DUTCHJoost DUTCHJos DUTCHJosephus DUTCHJozef DUTCHSjef DUTCHZef DUTCHJo ENGLISHJoe ENGLISHJoey ENGLISHJojo ENGLISHJoseph ENGLISHJoĉjo ESPERANTOJozefo ESPERANTOJoosep ESTONIANJooseppi FINNISHJuuso FINNISHJoseph FRENCHXosé GALICIANIoseb GEORGIANSoso GEORGIANJo GERMANJosef GERMANJoseph GERMANSepp GERMANSeppel GERMANIosif GREEKYosef HEBREWJosephus HISTORYJóska HUNGARIANJózsef HUNGARIANJózsi HUNGARIANSeosamh IRISHBeppe ITALIANGiuseppe ITALIANPeppe ITALIANPeppi ITALIANPeppino ITALIANPino ITALIANIosephus LATE ROMANJāzeps LATVIANJuozapas LITHUANIANJuozas LITHUANIANJosif MACEDONIANHohepa MAORIJosef NORWEGIANJosèp OCCITANIosifu OLD CHURCH SLAVICJózef POLISHJosé PORTUGUESEZé PORTUGUESEZezé PORTUGUESEIosif ROMANIANIosif RUSSIANOsip RUSSIANSeòsaidh SCOTTISHJosif SERBIANJozef SLOVAKJosip SLOVENEJože SLOVENEJožef SLOVENEJosé SPANISHJosepe SPANISHPepe SPANISHPepito SPANISHJosef SWEDISHYusuf TURKISHYosyp UKRAINIANYusup UYGHURYussel YIDDISH
Common questions about the name Josepha
What does the name Josepha mean?
Josepha means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Josepha?
Josepha is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Josepha?
Josepha originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Josepha?
Josepha is a three-syllable name pronounced JH OW0 S EH1 F AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Josepha?
Josepha pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hebrew heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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