Josefina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Josefina is a feminine name of Spanish origin derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning 'God will add'. It has evolved through various languages and forms, maintaining its root meaning. While it does not have direct biblical references, it is related to the biblical figure Joseph. Josefina gained popularity in the 19th century and is associated with elegance in contemporary times. Notable figures with this name include poets and artists.
The name Josefina is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Josefina has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Josefina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7162nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5479th out of 6773 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13208th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 680th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 627th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 852nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 938th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1230th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1935th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2282nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Josefina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Josefina"
Pronunciation
/hoʊsəˈfiːnə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Josefina is a feminine form of the name José, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning 'He will add' or 'God will increase'.
Meaning
God will add
Language Evolution
Yosef (Hebrew), Iosephus (Latin), Joseph (Old French), José (Spanish), Josefina (Spanish)
Biblical Background
Josefina does not appear in the Bible, but its root name Joseph is a significant biblical figure.
Historical Usage
Josefina gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world during the 19th century and has remained a common name in many Spanish-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
José, Jose, Josefa, Pepe
Modern Popularity & Image
Josefina is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with femininity and grace in modern contexts.
Famous People
Josefina de la Torre, Spanish poet, Josefina Manresa, Spanish writer, Josefina Huidobro, Chilean artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Josefina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Josefina"
"Josefina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7162nd of 7545 | 6 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5479th of 6773 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13208th of 16616 | 13 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 680th of 9107 | 2,018 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 627th of 9204 | 2,268 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 852nd of 12526 | 2,603 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 938th of 19264 | 2,183 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1230th of 27321 | 2,079 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1935th of 35406 | 1,600 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2282nd of 30306 | 972 |
Regional Popularity of "Josefina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
85.68% 2016th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Josefina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
86.51% 1225th/1416 |
- |
19.32% 457th/2366 |
25.22% 288th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
75.55% 1168th/1546 |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
18.15% 427th/2353 |
25.60% 396th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
73.10% 1628th/2227 |
45.80% 1113th/2430 |
19.49% 556th/2853 |
23.03% 639th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
42.22% 1240th/2937 |
35.17% 1225th/3483 |
23.76% 836th/3518 |
14.09% 570th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.72% 1648th/3685 |
40.22% 1800th/4475 |
23.51% 1221st/5194 |
10.80% 682nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
48.58% 2226th/4582 |
60.19% 3108th/5164 |
26.17% 1914th/7313 |
17.55% 1310th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
54.37% 2166th/3984 |
55.65% 2497th/4487 |
39.52% 2696th/6822 |
31.61% 1984th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Josefina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Josefina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.