Josep name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Boy
Origin: Hebrew
Usage: Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian
Pronunciation: zhu-ZEP
Meaning: God will Add, Jehova Increases, It will Enlarge, Yahweh Will Add, God Adds and God Shall Add a Another Son
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What does Josep mean?

Origin of Uncustomary Josep is in Hebrew is mostly used in Swedish, Danish, Finnish and Norwegian is aimed at boys. Josep is variant form of frequently used and persistent Joseph. Joseph is form of Ιωσηφ, the Greek Spelling of the Hebrew Name יוֹסֵף Meaning He Will Add in Latin language.

Meaning of Joseph is Yahweh Will Add, It will Enlarge and Jehova Increases has its origin in Hebrew. Josep is form of Jósepr in Swedish language.

How do I pronounce Josep?

Two syllabled Josep is most commonly pronounced as zhu-ZEP. j(o)-sep is the different way(s) to pronounce the name.

Variants of Josep

Joseph, Guiseppe, Joey, Aaronjoseph, Josephanthony, Jósepr, Giuseppe, Jonah, Joei, Joel, Jo, Aharon, Aaron

How popular is the name Josep?

Josep was a common name in Spain. Over 844 babies have been named Josep since 2002. When at the peak of its usage in 2002,. After 3 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts.

Josep is an uncommon baby name in United States, even after 21 years of presence it could not make beyond the top 4000. Over 141 babies in United States have been named Josep.

The given name is a rare baby name in England and Wales however it is still in use. And also in France. Josep is a common name in Indonesia, Andorra and India while somewhat familiar name in Nigeria, Philippines, Dominican Republic, Peru, England, Morocco, Papua New Guinea, Liberia, Brazil, Venezuela, Mexico and Germany.

At least, 90000 people globally have been given the name as per our research.

YearRankBirths
202397147
2022108086
201896537
2017122305
2014120975
2013107206
201281509
2011519417
200983049
2003108925
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Josep in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands93600
Finland554100
Sweden301100
Norway61100
Denmark13000

Here's what numbers has to say about Josep

You are all about justice and can't stand people who interfere in other people's lives. Learn how to trust people more. In order to be inspirational to others, you have to create a life worth admiring. Focus on your dreams and create the life you always imagined for yourself. You live too little in your present and too much in your past and future. You are open-minded and like to say things straight. This scares and amazes people at the same time.

Other names similar to Josep

  •  Erkki - Especially used in Norwegian and Danish, Erkki is originated from Old Norse, meaning of Erkki is "Alone-Ruler" is a boy name
  •  Eini means One or Rule is used chiefly in Norwegian, Swedish and Danish aimed at girls is originated from Old Norse
  •  Torger - Mainly used in Finnish, Scandinavian and Norwegian, Torger has its origin in Swedish is a baby boy name, meaning of Torger is "Thors Spear"
  •  Åsa - Girl name Åsa has its origin in Old Norse, Åsa means "Deity or Ase" is principally used in Scandinavian and Danish
  •  Tomina - Used majorly in Norwegian, Finnish and Swedish, Tomina is used as a baby girl name, Tomina means "Twin and Gemini" is of Aramaic origin. Tomina is feminine version of Thomas.

Famous people named Josep

  • Josep Lluís Sert, architect and city planner born in Catalonia
  • Josep Puig i Cadafalch, Catalan Spanish 'Modernista' architect
  • Josep Comas i Solà, Spanish astronomer and discoverer of minor planets
  • Josep Piqué, Spanish politician of the right-wing Spanish People's Party
  • Josep Lluís i Facerias, Spanish insurrectionary anarchist
  • Josep Moragues i Mas, Catalan general during the War of the Spanish Succession
  • Josep Rovira Soler, Catalan painter remarkable above all for his ability with portraits
  • Josep Sunyol, Catalan lawyer, journalist
  • Josep Carner, Catalan poet, journalist
  • Josep Mestres Quadreny, Spanish composer
  • Josep Pons, Spanish-Catalan conductor
  • Josep Guijarro, Spanish writer, ufologist and journalist
  • Josep Feliu i Codina, Catalan journalist
  • Josep María Abarca, water polo player from Spain
  • Josep Romaguera, author of the only emblem book ever published
  • Josep Guia, Spanish writer
  • Josep Maria Subirachs, Spanish sculptor and painter of the late 20th century
  • Josep Vallverdú, Catalan poet, novelist, playwright
  • Josep Maria Flotats, Spanish actor and theatre director
  • Josep Maria Forn, Spanish actor, film producer and film director
  • Josep Trueta, Spanish medical doctor
  • Josep Caixal i Estradé, was Bishop of Urgell
  • Josep Fontana, Spanish historian from Catalonia
  • Josep Irla, Spanish businessman and politician
  • Josep Tarradellas, Catalan politician
  • Josep Bargalló, Catalan teacher
  • Josep Borrell, Spanish politician
  • Josep Maria de Porcioles i Colomer, mayor of Barcelona, Catalonia
  • Josep Maria Jujol, Spanish architect
  • Josep Carles Laínez, Spanish writer
  • Josep Samitier, Spanish footballer, manager and scout
  • Josep Huguet, was Minister of Trade
  • Josep Maria Vallès, Spanish academic and politician
  • Josep Maria Rañé, Spanish politician
  • Josep Pla, As a journalist he worked
  • Josep Lluís Núñez, officeholder
  • Josep Sánchez, former field hockey midfielder from Spain
  • Josep Picó, member of the national team that won the silver medal near his home town
  • Josep Maria Fusté, retired Spanish footballer
  • Josep Escolà, Spanish footballer who played as a forward
  • Josep Jufré, former Spanish professional road bicycle racer
  • Josep Maria Guzmán, Spanish basketball player
  • Josephine Duran in The Houses October Built as Actress
  • Josephine Huang in Common Ground - The Web Series as Actress
  • Josephine Roberto in M&M, the Incredible Twins as Actress
  • Josephine Raahauge in Kærlighed på film as Actress
  • Josephine Pizzino in Mom as Actress
  • Josephine Messer in There's No Fish Food in Heaven as Actress
  • Josephine Bauer in Till det som är vackert as Actress
  • Josep Maria Benet i Jornet Barcelona June 20, 1940 is a Spanish playwright and screenwriter.
  • Josep Maria Angelat is known for his acting in movie La mentira tiene cabellos rojos
  • In 1918, Josep Balaguer portrayed the role of N In movie Las máscaras negras.
  • Josep Basora, from 1981 flick Su majestad la risa, who characterized the N.
  • Josep Maria Pou, from 2007 drama film Barcelona (un mapa), who played Ramon.
  • Josep Selles played critical role of Ismael In drama, thriller movie Zerø.
  • Josep Julien characterized important role of Cordero in 2003 comedy, crime film Atraco a las 3... y media.
  • Josep Manel Casany, from 2000 drama film La tarara del chapao, who played N.
  • In 2006 comedy and drama flick, Ell a ella i ella als llibres, Josep Maria Busquets portrayed N.

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
  3. Instituto Nacional de Estadística, https://www.ine.es/dyngs/INEbase/en/operacion.htm?c=Estadistica_C&cid=1254736177009&menu=resultados&idp=1254734710990#_tabs-1254736195498
  4. Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
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