Josephine: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
The feminine form of Joseph meaning God will increase, stately and full of history.
- Origin
- French
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #70
- Peak
- #23 in 1916
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Josephine Means
Josephine is a girl name of French origin. The feminine form of Joseph meaning God will increase, stately and full of history.
How Popular Josephine Is
Josephine currently ranks #70 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #23 in 1916. It is rising.
Good to Know About Josephine
- Empress Josephine was Napoleon's great love and the first Empress of France.
- Josephine Baker was a legendary performer and civil rights activist.
- The nickname Josie has a sweet, retro appeal all its own.
Names Like Josephine
Other French names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Josephine
French names that pair well as a brother or sister to Josephine.
Questions About Josephine
What does Josephine mean?
Josephine is a girl name of French origin. The feminine form of Joseph meaning God will increase, stately and full of history.
How popular is Josephine?
Josephine currently ranks #70 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #23 in 1916. It is rising.
Where does Josephine come from?
Josephine comes from French roots. Empress Josephine was Napoleon's great love and the first Empress of France.
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