More details about the name “Josefina”
Josefina name comes from Spanish girl names and derives from the Hebrew name Yosef meaning God will increase or God will add. It has senses of divine blessing and abundance. This name is popular in Spanish-speaking countries as well as in Italian and Portuguese cultures. It has historical significance notably through Josefina Bonaparte the first wife of Napoleon and the American Girl doll character Josefina Montoya.
Cool girl names like Josefina were most popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries and remain identified and respected today. It is associated with elegance, strength and nobility with Empress Josephine as a key cultural figure. Variants of this name include Josephine and Giuseppina.
In numerology, it is linked to leadership and ambition and is often shortened to Fina or Jose as loving nicknames. From traditional to modern girl names that start with J offers a perfect balance of elegance and uniqueness. This name also has astrological links to Leo and Pisces reflecting creativity and grace. In France, this name often ranks in the top 200 names.
Source: Social Security Administration, Girl Names Data