Joseph
6 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'he will add' or 'God shall add'. The name has biblical significance and has been borne by numerous historical and contemporary figures.
“Joseph excelled in mathematics and won several academic awards.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈd͡ʒəʊzəf/
Syllables
jo·seph
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Wordle
Proper name with vowels O and E; J at start with -EPH ending pattern.
Scrabble
Worth 16 points; the J and H provide good scoring potential.
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