joseph
n. countablen. a common name for a man or a boy. It is a traditional name found in many countries and cultures.
n. a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'he will add'. Common in various forms across many languages and cultures.
My brother's name is Joseph.
Joseph was chosen as the lead actor for the new play because of his strong voice.
The name Joseph has remained a staple in many cultures for centuries, often appearing in historical texts and religious scriptures as a figure of significance.
From Middle English Ioseph, ultimately from Biblical Hebrew יוֹסֵף (Yoséf, literally “(God) shall add”); a son of Jacob. Doublet of Yusuf.
As a proper noun, it is capitalized; when used to refer to multiple people with the name, it follows standard pluralization rules.