Josef

Meaning & origin

The male given name Josef originates from Hebrew and means "Lord adds." It conveys the belief that God grants growth or increase. The name has a long tradition and is well known through historical figures such as Josef von Nazaret and the German politician Franz Josef Strauß. Josef remains a timeless name used across various cultures.

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Famous people with the first name Josef

• Josef Mengele German physician
• Josef Fares Lebanese-Swedish director
• Josef Sommer German-American actor

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