Yosief is an Ethiopian male given name of Semitic origin, meaning "he will increase". It's derived from the Ge'ez language and is often used among the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church community. The name Yosief gained popularity in Ethiopia due to its connection with Saint Yosef (Joseph), a significant figure in both Islamic and Christian traditions.
"The name Yosief had six births recorded annually in 2016."