What origin is the name José?

José comes from Portuguese naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for José?

Names from the same portuguese tradition pair naturally with José — for example Thays, Luzia, Evora. You can browse more on our portuguese names page.

José

Discover the meaning and origin of the name José

José

Boy

Portuguese

2 syllables

José is a Portuguese boy's name meaning "Derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning God will increase.".

The meaning of José is "Derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning God will increase." — a boy name of Portuguese origin. At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Portuguese
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning God will increase.

Popularity

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Quick answers about José

What does José mean?

José is a boy name of Portuguese origin meaning "Derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning God will increase.".

How popular is José?

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Sister names that go with José

Thays Luzia Evora Girlene Kamilly Julieth

How to say José

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Name numerology

2is the Chaldean number for José.

Number 2 is linked with harmony, kindness and cooperation.

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Names with a similar meaning to José

José means "Derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning God will increase." — these names share that spirit.

Daniel — "A common Christian name in Tamil Nadu meaning God is my judge, originating from Hebrew." (Hebrew)
Jacob — "A Marathi transliteration of the name Jacob, meaning one who follows or is protected by God." (Hebrew)
William — "A name of Germanic origin meaning resolute protector or strong-willed warrior, used by Indian Christians." (German)
Alexander — "A Greek name meaning defender of men, popular among the Telugu Christian community." (Greek)
Andrew — "A name of Greek origin meaning manly and brave, commonly found in Telugu Christian households." (Greek)
David — "A popular biblical name meaning beloved, referring to the famous king and psalmist of Israel." (Hebrew)
Victoria — "A name of Latin origin commonly used in India, meaning victory and triumphant success." (Latin)
Samuel — "A biblical name widely used in Tamil Nadu meaning God has heard or name of God." (Hebrew)