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Name Origin

Josefa is a feminine given name, a variant of Joseph. It has Hebrew origins, meaning 'God will increase' or 'May God add'.

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Famous People

Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez (1790-1829)

Mexican independence heroine

  • Played a key role in the Mexican War of Independence by rallying support and sharing vital information with rebel leaders.