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Origin of the name Joseph
Joseph is the Russian version of the Hebrew biblical name Yosef, which means “will be added,” “will be added,” or “May God reward.” This name has given quite a lot of variants used by different peoples. The Eastern Slavs developed such popular forms of this name as Osip, Esip, Esif, Joseph.
Muslim peoples use the variants Yusuf and Yusup, Zhusip and Zhusup, Yosof and Yosop. In England the name Joseph sounds like Joseph. In Italy the form Giuseppe is used. In Poland, the Jozef variant is common, and in Spain – Jose.
The meaning and characteristics of the name Joseph
Joseph is characterized by a penchant for continuous movement and a love of changing places. He does not know how to value stability and therefore is often lonely. However, loneliness does not bother him; he perceives it as freedom.
Joseph has a fairly strong and stubborn character, he is proud and secretive. His secrecy leads to the fact that he constantly carries all the grievances within himself, worries about this and becomes irritable. Therefore, Joseph should cultivate openness and friendliness in himself, he must learn to look at the world more simply, this is the only way he can become happier. By nature he is a kind person, so he often manages to become open and pleasant in communication. He is a highly moral, very moral and decent person. He always helps his friends.
Joseph has developed analytical skills, giving him the ability to deeply analyze situations and make informed decisions. He is patient and diligent. Joseph is able to wait for the right moment to successfully achieve his goal. He has an excellent memory. He doesn’t care about the opinions of others. Joseph always puts his mind first, although he is a very emotional person.
The ideal profession for Joseph would be only one that would be useful to society. The name Joseph gives a man a chance to achieve career heights in creative fields or in social activities. He can become a talented sculptor, actor, artist, musician, engineer. He can also achieve success in business. Joseph would make a good priest or teacher.
Joseph beautifully courtes the girl he likes. For him, an ideal union would be with a strong-willed girl who knows how to properly organize her life. She should also inspire Joseph and be his muse. Joseph makes a good husband and father. He loves delicious food, but is indifferent to alcohol. However, he has a tendency to depression. Even with money and opportunities, Joseph lives simply.
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Diminutive version
Osenka, Osechka, Osya, Osik, Iosya, Iosenka, Iosechka
Abbreviated
no
According to the church
Joseph
Color
- lilac
Planet
- Mercury
Element
- air
Stone talisman
cornelian
Metal
copper
Plants
olive, aster
Totem animal
dove