Josef

Meaning

God will increase.

Etymology

Josef is a Germanic and Slavic variant of Joseph, derived from the Hebrew Yosef, composed of 'Yah' (God) and 'saf' (to increase or add). The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as the son of Jacob and Rachel.

About the Name Josef

A Germanic spelling of the biblical name Joseph, Josef is particularly common in German-speaking countries and Central Europe. The name has been borne by both notable historical figures and individuals of infamy.

Notable Bearers