Josephine Buckner

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Josephine Buckner — God will add
274K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Josephine Buckner is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Josephine is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Josephine is a female name. It is the English version of the French name Joséphine, itself a female variant of the name Joseph , which is ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yosef (Hebrew: יוֹסֵף), meaning "he shall add/grow". Originally a diminutive form of the French name Josèphe, Joséphine became the standard form in the 19th century, replacing Josèphe, which eventually became a very rare name. In 2017, Josephine was the 107th most popular girls' baby name in the US. Diminutive forms of this name include Fifi, Jo, Josie, Joetta and Jojo. The surname Buckner: Bill Buckner (1949–2019), American baseball first baseman and outfielder Billy Buckner (born 1983), American baseball pitcher Brentson Buckner, former National Football League player Charles Buckner, (c. 1735–1811) admiral in the British Royal Navy Dave Buckner, drummer of Papa Roach DeForest Buckner (born 1994), American football player Derek Buckner, 21st-century New York painter George Washington Buckner (1855–1943), American physician and diplomat Jack Buckner, British track athlete John Buckner (bishop), LL.D. Josephine is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 274K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Josephine reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Josephine

Meaning: God will add

Hebrew

Josephine is a female name. It is the English version of the French name Joséphine, itself a female variant of the name Joseph , which is ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yosef (Hebrew: יוֹסֵף), meaning "he shall add/grow". Originally a diminutive form of the French name Josèphe, Joséphine became the standard form in the 19th century, replacing Josèphe, which eventually became a very rare name. In 2017, Josephine was the 107th most popular girls' baby name in the US. Diminutive forms of this name include Fifi, Jo, Josie, Joetta and Jojo.

Surname: Buckner

English

Bill Buckner (1949–2019), American baseball first baseman and outfielder Billy Buckner (born 1983), American baseball pitcher Brentson Buckner, former National Football League player Charles Buckner, (c. 1735–1811) admiral in the British Royal Navy Dave Buckner, drummer of Papa Roach DeForest Buckner (born 1994), American football player Derek Buckner, 21st-century New York painter George Washington Buckner (1855–1943), American physician and diplomat Jack Buckner, British track athlete John Buckner (bishop), LL.D.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Josephine Buckner

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 Josephine Buckner:

4
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Josephine?
The first name Josephine originates from Hebrew. Josephine is a female name. It is the English version of the French name Joséphine, itself a female variant of the name Joseph , which is ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yosef (Hebrew: יוֹסֵף), meaning "he shall add/grow". Originally a diminutive form of the French name Josèphe, Joséphine became the standard form in the 19th century, replacing Josèphe, which eventually became a very rare name. In 2017, Josephine was the 107th most popular girls' baby name in the US. Diminutive forms of this name include Fifi, Jo, Josie, Joetta and Jojo.
When was Josephine most popular?
The name Josephine reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Buckner?
The surname Buckner originates from English. Bill Buckner (1949–2019), American baseball first baseman and outfielder Billy Buckner (born 1983), American baseball pitcher Brentson Buckner, former National Football League player Charles Buckner, (c. 1735–1811) admiral in the British Royal Navy Dave Buckner, drummer of Papa Roach DeForest Buckner (born 1994), American football player Derek Buckner, 21st-century New York painter George Washington Buckner (1855–1943), American physician and diplomat Jack Buckner, British track athlete John Buckner (bishop), LL.D.
What are the origins of the name Josephine Buckner?
The name Josephine Buckner combines two different traditions: the first name Josephine has Hebrew roots, while the surname Buckner originates from English.
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