José
/ zhoo-ZEH /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Faith
Meaning & Etymology
God will increase
God will increase
Etymology
Derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning ‘he will add’ or ‘God will increase’.
Linguistic family: Indo-European > Italic > Romance
Cultural context
In São Tomé and Príncipe, ‘José’ is a common name influenced by Portuguese colonization and the spread of Christianity. It is widely used across different ethnic groups in the country.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes growth, abundance, and the blessing of divine increase.
Religious reference
Matthew 1:21 – 'She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.'
Related names
Similar Names
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