Josephine Comstock

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Josephine Comstock — God will add
274K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Josephine Comstock 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 Comstock: A. B. Comstock (1857–1937), American politician Ada Comstock (1876–1973), U.S. women's education pioneer Adam Comstock (1740–1819), Revolutionary War veteran and New York politician Albert C. Comstock (1845–1910), New York lawyer and politician Anna Botsford Comstock (1854–1930), U.S. artist, educator, and conservationist Anthony Comstock (1844–1915), U.S. moral reformer and namesake of the Comstock laws Barbara Comstock (born 1959), member of the U.S. House of Representatives Bobby Comstock (1941–2020), American rock and roll singer Charles Carter Comstock (1818–1900), U.S. 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: Comstock

English

A. B. Comstock (1857–1937), American politician Ada Comstock (1876–1973), U.S. women's education pioneer Adam Comstock (1740–1819), Revolutionary War veteran and New York politician Albert C. Comstock (1845–1910), New York lawyer and politician Anna Botsford Comstock (1854–1930), U.S. artist, educator, and conservationist Anthony Comstock (1844–1915), U.S. moral reformer and namesake of the Comstock laws Barbara Comstock (born 1959), member of the U.S. House of Representatives Bobby Comstock (1941–2020), American rock and roll singer Charles Carter Comstock (1818–1900), U.S.

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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 Comstock

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 Comstock:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Comstock?
The surname Comstock originates from English. A. B. Comstock (1857–1937), American politician Ada Comstock (1876–1973), U.S. women's education pioneer Adam Comstock (1740–1819), Revolutionary War veteran and New York politician Albert C. Comstock (1845–1910), New York lawyer and politician Anna Botsford Comstock (1854–1930), U.S. artist, educator, and conservationist Anthony Comstock (1844–1915), U.S. moral reformer and namesake of the Comstock laws Barbara Comstock (born 1959), member of the U.S. House of Representatives Bobby Comstock (1941–2020), American rock and roll singer Charles Carter Comstock (1818–1900), U.S.
What are the origins of the name Josephine Comstock?
The name Josephine Comstock combines two different traditions: the first name Josephine has Hebrew roots, while the surname Comstock originates from English.
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