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Name Origin

Josef is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God will increase' or 'May God add'. It is a variation of the name Joseph, which appears in the Bible as the eleventh son of Jacob and Rachel.

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Famous People

Josef Mengele (1911-1979)

Nazi Physician

  • Conducted inhumane experiments on prisoners at Auschwitz concentration camp during the Holocaust

Josef Fritzl (1935-)

Builder

  • Imprisoned and sexually abused his daughter for over two decades

Josef Albers (1888-1976)

Artist

  • Pioneer of abstract art and color theory
  • Known for his series of paintings exploring the interaction of colors and shapes

Josef Hofmann (1876-1957)

Pianist, composer, conductor

  • Considered one of the greatest pianists of his generation
  • Toured extensively throughout Europe and North America

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Anna

A classic and elegant name of German origin, complementing Josef's traditional feel.

Samuel

Another strong, timeless name with Hebrew roots, creating a harmonious sibling set.

Magdalena

A beautiful and sophisticated name with Latin origins, mirroring Josef's European charm.