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Josef Franz

Photograph of Josef Franz Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Josef
Surname
Franz
Occupation
Emperor of Austria

The Name Josef

Origin
Hebrew via Latin
Meaning
God will increase.
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The Franz Surname

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
A free man or one who is frank and honest.
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