Find out how popular the first name Yoselina has been for the last 1 years (from 2008 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yoselina by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Yoselina is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yoselina.

The history of the first name Yoselina

The name Yoselina is a feminine given name with origins in the Hebrew language. It is a variant of the name Yosef, which is the Hebrew form of the name Joseph. The name Joseph has its roots in the Hebrew word "yasaf," meaning "he will add."

Yoselina emerged as a name variation during the Middle Ages, particularly in regions with significant Jewish populations, such as the Iberian Peninsula and parts of Europe. It was likely influenced by the Spanish and Portuguese languages, which often added the suffix "-ina" to masculine names to create feminine forms.

While the name Yoselina does not appear to be directly referenced in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its connection to the name Joseph ties it to the biblical figure Joseph, son of Jacob and Rachel, who played a significant role in the Book of Genesis.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Yoselina was Yoselina de Siena, a 13th-century Italian Jewish scholar and poet. She was known for her contributions to the study of Hebrew literature and poetry.

In the 15th century, Yoselina Mendes was a prominent Jewish businesswoman and financier in Portugal. She played a crucial role in supporting the Jewish community during a period of persecution and forced conversions.

Yoselina Ramos (1504-1568) was a Spanish-born Marrano (a Jewish person forced to convert to Christianity) who ultimately returned to her Jewish faith. She settled in the Ottoman Empire and became a respected leader in the Jewish community of Salonika (present-day Thessaloniki, Greece).

In the 18th century, Yoselina Gomez Arias (1720-1792) was a notable writer and intellectual in colonial Mexico. She wrote extensively on topics ranging from literature to philosophy and was part of the intellectual circles of her time.

Yoselina Montseny Mañé (1904-1994) was a Spanish anarchist, feminist, and writer. She served as the Minister of Health during the Spanish Civil War and played a significant role in the anarchist movement of the early 20th century.

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