Josephus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Josephus Name at a Glance

Name	Josephus
Meaning	May God give increase.
Origin	Latin
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Josephus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Josephus means “May God give increase”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Josephus Name Origin

Our database records Josephus under Latin origin. Browse more Latin baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Josephus a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Josephus is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Josephus

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