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Josedavid

Male

« Josedavid is a rare Hebrew name derived from Joseph and David, meaning "he will add/increase" (Joseph) and "beloved/uncle" (David). »

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Meaning, origin, history

The name Josedavid is of Hebrew origin and its meaning can be interpreted in two ways based on the names Joseph and David which it combines. Joseph is derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, which means "he will add" or "he shall increase." It refers to the biblical figure Jacob's favorite son who was sold into slavery by his brothers but eventually became a powerful official in Egypt. He was also the father of Ephraim and Manasseh, two of the twelve tribes of Israel. David, on the other hand, comes from the Hebrew name Dawid, which means "beloved" or "uncle." It is associated with King David of ancient Israel, who unified the twelve tribes into a single nation-state, established its capital in Jerusalem, and fathered Solomon, who succeeded him as king. He was also known for his musical prowess and for fighting against Goliath. The name Josedavid is not particularly common, but it has been used occasionally throughout history. It gained some popularity in the late 20th century, with a small number of people being named Josedavid each year since then. However, it remains a relatively uncommon and unique name.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Josedavid since 1880

Total births
53
Total since 1880
Peak year
2004
7 births
in 2022
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+33%
vs previous 5 years