Josephine Murillo

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Josephine Murillo — God will add
274K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Josephine Murillo 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 Murillo: Ander Murillo (born 1983), Spanish footballer Bartolomé Esteban Murillo (1617–1682), Spanish artist Catalina Murillo Valverde (born 1970), Costa Rican writer Jeison Murillo (born 1992), Colombian footballer Jesús Murillo Karam (born 1947), governor of Hidalgo and attorney-general of Mexico Juan Murillo (born 1982), Venezuelan road cyclist Manuel Murillo Toro (1816–1880), Colombian president and writer Marino Murillo (born 1961), Cuban communist official Mario Murillo (footballer) (1927–2012), Costa Rican footballer Mario A. 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: Murillo

Spanish

Ander Murillo (born 1983), Spanish footballer Bartolomé Esteban Murillo (1617–1682), Spanish artist Catalina Murillo Valverde (born 1970), Costa Rican writer Jeison Murillo (born 1992), Colombian footballer Jesús Murillo Karam (born 1947), governor of Hidalgo and attorney-general of Mexico Juan Murillo (born 1982), Venezuelan road cyclist Manuel Murillo Toro (1816–1880), Colombian president and writer Marino Murillo (born 1961), Cuban communist official Mario Murillo (footballer) (1927–2012), Costa Rican footballer Mario A.

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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 Murillo

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 Murillo:

3
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Murillo?
The surname Murillo originates from Spanish. Ander Murillo (born 1983), Spanish footballer Bartolomé Esteban Murillo (1617–1682), Spanish artist Catalina Murillo Valverde (born 1970), Costa Rican writer Jeison Murillo (born 1992), Colombian footballer Jesús Murillo Karam (born 1947), governor of Hidalgo and attorney-general of Mexico Juan Murillo (born 1982), Venezuelan road cyclist Manuel Murillo Toro (1816–1880), Colombian president and writer Marino Murillo (born 1961), Cuban communist official Mario Murillo (footballer) (1927–2012), Costa Rican footballer Mario A.
What are the origins of the name Josephine Murillo?
The name Josephine Murillo combines two different traditions: the first name Josephine has Hebrew roots, while the surname Murillo originates from Spanish.
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