Joseph is a name of Hebrew origin that means "he will add". It comes from the Hebrew name Yosef, which is derived from the verb yasaf, meaning "to add" or "increase". The name Joseph is significant in both Jewish and Christian traditions.
In the Bible, Joseph was the husband of Mary and the foster father of Jesus. He was a carpenter by trade and is often depicted as a kind and just man. In the New Testament, Joseph plays a crucial role in the Holy Family, protecting and providing for his family.
The name Joseph has been popular throughout history and across different cultures. It was one of the most common names given to boys in Europe during the Middle Ages. Today, it continues to be a widely used name around the world.
Some notable figures with the name Joseph include:
* Saint Joseph, the patron saint of workers and a prominent figure in Christianity.
* Joseph Stalin, the Soviet leader who ruled from the mid-1920s until his death in 1953.
* Joe Biden, the current President of the United States.
The name Joseph has several variations, including Giuseppe (Italian), José (Spanish), Josef (German), and Yosef (Hebrew). It also has numerous derivatives such as Joey, Joe, Joshu, and Sebastien.
The name Ioseph had a total of 5 births in the United States in 2015, which makes up for an average occurrence that year. This figure shows that while not extremely common, the name was still used by some parents who chose to name their children with this particular moniker.