Joseph Lampe

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Joseph Lampe — God will add
2.1 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Joseph Lampe is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Joseph is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. From Hebrew Yosef (יוֹסֵף), meaning "God will add." Central figure in both the Old Testament and in Christian tradition as the husband of Mary. The surname Lampe: Lampe is a surname of several origins. As a German surname, it originates from the word Lampe meaning "lamp". As a Slovene language surname, it originates from a short form of the given name Lampre(h)t, German Lamprecht. Its Russified form is Lyampe. Brock Lampe (born 2003), American football player Carlos Lampe, Bolivian football player Charles John Frederick Lampe, English composer and organist Derek Lampe, English footballer Elmer A. Joseph is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 2.1 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Joseph reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Joseph

Meaning: God will add

Hebrew

From Hebrew Yosef (יוֹסֵף), meaning "God will add." Central figure in both the Old Testament and in Christian tradition as the husband of Mary.

Surname: Lampe

English

Lampe is a surname of several origins. As a German surname, it originates from the word Lampe meaning "lamp". As a Slovene language surname, it originates from a short form of the given name Lampre(h)t, German Lamprecht. Its Russified form is Lyampe. Brock Lampe (born 2003), American football player Carlos Lampe, Bolivian football player Charles John Frederick Lampe, English composer and organist Derek Lampe, English footballer Elmer A.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Joseph is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Joseph by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Joseph has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Joe
  • Joey
  • Giuseppe
  • José
  • Josef
  • Yusuf

Notable People Named Joseph Lampe

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Joseph Lampe:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Joseph?
The first name Joseph originates from Hebrew. From Hebrew Yosef (יוֹסֵף), meaning "God will add." Central figure in both the Old Testament and in Christian tradition as the husband of Mary.
When was Joseph most popular?
The name Joseph reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lampe?
The surname Lampe originates from English. Lampe is a surname of several origins. As a German surname, it originates from the word Lampe meaning "lamp". As a Slovene language surname, it originates from a short form of the given name Lampre(h)t, German Lamprecht. Its Russified form is Lyampe. Brock Lampe (born 2003), American football player Carlos Lampe, Bolivian football player Charles John Frederick Lampe, English composer and organist Derek Lampe, English footballer Elmer A.
What are the origins of the name Joseph Lampe?
The name Joseph Lampe combines two different traditions: the first name Joseph has Hebrew roots, while the surname Lampe originates from English.
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