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Jose

Jose is a boy’s name of Spanish origin. A Spanish form of the given name Joseph, it is one of the region’s most popular names. This iconic moniker translates to “raised” and “who pardons”, which can serve as a lifelong reminder for baby to always take the high road and be forgiving in all they do.
Spanish Male
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Meaning

Raised, one who pardons

Popularity

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Pronunciation

HOH-seh

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Name Story

Traits

  • Strong
  • Compassionate
  • Resilient
  • Charismatic

Compatibility

Jose pairs well with both traditional and modern sibling names. As a middle name, it adds a touch of sophistication and strength. Culturally, Jose fits seamlessly in Spanish-speaking communities and also blends well in diverse environments.

Strong Compassionate Resilient Charismatic

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of José Reyes

José Reyes

Athlete

Born: June 11, 1983 · Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Portrait of Jose Feliciano

Jose Feliciano

Musician

Born: September 10, 1945 · Lares, Puerto Rico

Portrait of José Bautista

José Bautista

Baseball Player

Born: October 5, 1980 · Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Portrait of José Pablo Cantillo

José Pablo Cantillo

Actor

Born: May 8, 1979 · Marshfield, Wisconsin, USA

Portrait of José Pablo Minor

José Pablo Minor

Actor

Born: May 8, 1991 · Mexico City, Mexico

Portrait of José Mujica

José Mujica

Leader

Born: May 8, 1935 · Montevideo, Uruguay

Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Jose Original form
  • José Spanish
  • João Portuguese
  • Giuseppe Italian
  • Yousef Arabic
  • Japanese
  • Chinese
  • Georgian
  • Hindi
  • Korean

Cultural Adaptations

  • ホセ (Hose) Japanese
  • 约瑟 (Yuēsè) Chinese
  • ხოსე (Xose) Georgian
  • जोसे (Jose) Hindi
  • 조세 (Jose) Korean

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jose

What does Jose mean?
Raised, one who pardons
What is the origin of Jose?
Jose has Spanish origins.
Is Jose popular?
Jose has been viewed 125 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Jose?
Similar names include Mina, Tariq, Bodhi, Irene, Kelly.
How do you pronounce Jose?
Jose is pronounced HOH-seh.

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