The nameJosefa
Josefa is a Spanish girl's name, the feminine form of José.
- Girl's name
- Spanish
Meaning
Like Joseph, it comes from Hebrew, "God will add".
Origin
Spanish.
History
Found in France from the early 20th century, Josefa peaked there in the 1960s, then became very rare.
Popularity of the name Josefa
Josefa in France
5260thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
1965peak year (75 births)
1,220babies named Josefa in France since 1900
Josefa was most popular in France in the 1960s, with 470 births over the decade, 39% of all recorded babies named Josefa. Its rise began around 1917, and it peaked in 1965. Half of all babies named Josefa in France were born before 1964, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Josefa mean?
Like Joseph, it comes from Hebrew, "God will add".
What is the origin of the name Josefa?
Spanish.
Is Josefa a girl's or a boy's name?
Josefa is a girl's name.