Meaning, origin, history
Josepine is a female given name of Swedish origin, derived from the Latin name Josephus, which means "God will increase". The name has been widely used in Sweden for centuries and was particularly popular during the 19th century. It is often shortened to Josie or Josefin in informal settings. Josephine is also a well-known variant of this name, made famous by Napoleon Bonaparte's wife, Joséphine de Beauharnais.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Josepine since 1880
Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
1919
5 births
in 1919
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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