Boy
Hebrew / Spanish
2 syllables
Jose
hoh-ZAY
/hoʊˈzeɪ/
"May you always have more" — a blessing woven into a name
Jose is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Joseph, from the Hebrew Yosef meaning 'God will add' or 'God increases.' It is one of the most common names in the Spanish-speaking world and has consistently ranked among the top names in the United States due to the large Hispanic population. The name carries warmth, faith, and a sense of abundance — Joseph of the Bible was a dreamer who became a provider for his entire family.
Quick Facts
Letters4
SyllablesJo · se
GenderBoy
OriginHebrew / Spanish
Root WordYosef
MeaningGod will add; God increases
PopularityVery Popular
Peak Year2000
Trend
→ Stable
Name DayMarch 19
Nicknames
PepeJoselitoChe
About the Name Jose
Jose means 'God will add' or 'God increases,' from the Hebrew Yosef. This is the same root as Joseph, the biblical patriarch known for his coat of many colors and ability to interpret dreams. The name carries a sense of divine blessing and abundance.
Jose is one of the most popular names in the Spanish-speaking world and consistently ranks in the US top 50. Its popularity reflects both the deep Catholic tradition of naming after Saint Joseph and the large Hispanic-American population.
Jose is associated with warmth, generosity, and strength. People named Jose are often perceived as family-oriented, hardworking, and deeply loyal. The name suggests someone who provides for and protects those around them.
Traditional Spanish middle names work beautifully: Jose Luis, Jose Antonio, and Jose Manuel are classic combinations. Jose Miguel and Jose Carlos also flow well and honor the name's cultural heritage.
Jose is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Joseph, which comes from the Hebrew Yosef. The name spread throughout the world through the biblical Joseph and was further popularized in Catholic countries through devotion to Saint Joseph, husband of the Virgin Mary.
Pepe is the most distinctive Spanish nickname for Jose, with origins dating back centuries. Joselito is an affectionate diminutive, and Che is occasionally used in South American countries. Josito is also common in informal family settings.
Personality of Jose
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Jose
Creativity
70%
Elegance
68%
Independence
72%
Intelligence
74%
Strength
80%
Warmth
88%
Famous People Named Jose
J
José Martí
Cuban poet and national hero who fought for Cuban independence
J
José Mourinho
Portuguese football manager considered one of the greatest in history
J
Jose Altuve
Venezuelan-American MLB second baseman and World Series champion
J
José Saramago
Portuguese Nobel Prize-winning author
Middle Names for Jose
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Jose
Jose Jose Luis
Jose Jose Antonio
Jose Jose Manuel
Jose Jose Miguel
Jose Jose Carlos
Jose Jose Alberto
Jose Jose Ramon
Jose Jose Alejandro
Jose Jose Eduardo
Jose Jose Fernando
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History of Jose
1800 BC
Hebrew patriarch Joseph (Yosef) featured in the Book of Genesis
0 AD
Joseph, husband of Mary and earthly father of Jesus, spreads the name throughout Christianity
1500s
Jose becomes one of the most common names throughout Spain and Latin America
2000s
Jose consistently ranks in the US top 50 due to Hispanic immigration and cultural influence
Numerology & Symbolism of Jose
4
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
2
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Cancer
6
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Orange
💎
Lucky Stone
Amber
🌸
Lucky Flower
Marigold
Jose Around the World
How Jose is written in different languages and scripts
خوسيه
Arabic
ホセ
Japanese
Хосе
Russian
호세
Korean
何塞
Chinese
Χοσέ
Greek
होज़े
Hindi
יוֹסֵף
Hebrew
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