Find out how popular the first name Josehp has been for the last 5 years (from 1982 to 1986) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Josehp by gender

Based on the last 5 years of data, Josehp is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1986, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Josehp.

The history of the first name Josehp

The name Josehp is a variant spelling of the Hebrew name Joseph, which means "he will add" or "he will increase." It is derived from the Hebrew root words "yasaf" (to add) and "yasef" (he will add).

The name Joseph first appears in the Book of Genesis in the Hebrew Bible, where it is the name given to the son of Jacob and Rachel. Joseph is an important figure in the biblical narrative, as he is sold into slavery by his brothers but eventually rises to become a powerful ruler in Egypt.

The earliest recorded examples of the name Joseph can be found in ancient Egyptian and Assyrian records, where it is spelled in a variety of ways, including "Yosef" and "Yoseph." The name was also popular among early Christians, as it was the name of Joseph, the husband of Mary and the earthly father of Jesus.

Throughout history, there have been many notable individuals named Joseph. One of the most famous was Joseph, the son of Jacob, who is a central figure in the Hebrew Bible. Another notable Joseph was Saint Joseph, the husband of the Virgin Mary and the earthly father of Jesus Christ.

In the Middle Ages, several kings and rulers were named Joseph, including Joseph I of Portugal (1714-1777) and Joseph II of Austria (1741-1790). In more recent times, Joseph Stalin (1878-1953) was the leader of the Soviet Union during World War II and the Cold War.

Other famous individuals named Joseph include the explorer Joseph Conrad (1857-1924), the composer Joseph Haydn (1732-1809), and the scientist Joseph Priestley (1733-1804), who is known for his discovery of oxygen.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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