Jose
Meaning of Jose
The name Jose is a classic and enduring male name with deep roots in Spanish-speaking cultures. Pronounced as HOH-seh (/xoˈse/), Jose is the Spanish form of Joseph, which means "God will add" or "God increases" in Hebrew. This name has been consistently popular in the United States, reflecting its strong cultural significance and timeless appeal. Over the past century, Jose has maintained a steady presence among baby names, frequently ranking within the top 100 names for boys. Variations of this name include Joey and Joseph, offering flexible options for nicknames or formal use. With its rich history and widespread usage, Jose remains a beloved choice for parents seeking a name that embodies tradition and strength.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as HOH-seh (/xoˈse/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
States Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Jose
| Jose Wright Diokno, also known as "Ka Pepe," was a Filipino nationalist, lawyer, and statesman, regarded as the "Father of Human Rights" and known for his dedication to promoting human rights and defending Philippine sovereignty. |
| Jose P. Laurel - José Paciano Laurel y García was a Filipino politician and lawyer who served as the president of the Japanese-occupied Second Philippine Republic during World War II. |
| José Mourinho, a Portuguese professional football manager and former player, is known as "The Special One" and is considered one of the greatest managers of all time. |
| José Rizal was a Filipino nationalist, writer, and polymath who is considered a national hero of the Philippines for his advocacy of political reforms during the Spanish colonial period. |
| José Carlos Altuve is a Venezuelan professional baseball second baseman for the Houston Astros, known for being the longest-tenured current member of the team. |
| José de San Martín, also known as "the Liberator of Argentina, Chile and Peru," was an Argentine general and key leader in South America's fight for independence from the Spanish Empire. |
| José Raúl Capablanca y Graupera, a Cuban chess player, was world chess champion from 1921 to 1927 and is celebrated for his exceptional endgame skill and speed of play. |
| José Aldo da Silva Oliveira Júnior, also known as Jose Aldo, is a Brazilian former professional mixed martial artist and the first UFC Featherweight Champion, widely considered one of the greatest in the sport's history. |
| José Cura is an Argentine operatic tenor, conductor, director, scenographer, and photographer known for his intense and original interpretations of opera characters. |
| José Carreras is a renowned Spanish operatic tenor celebrated for his exceptional performances in the operas of Donizetti, Verdi, and Puccini. |
| José Mujica - José Alberto "Pepe" Mujica Cordano is a former Uruguayan president, revolutionary, and farmer who endured imprisonment during the military dictatorship and served as the Second Gentleman of Uruguay. |
| José Saramago - José de Sousa Saramago, a Portuguese writer, was awarded the 1998 Nobel Prize in Literature for his imaginative and compassionate storytelling that offers subversive perspectives on historic events. |
| José Dariel Abreu Correa is a Cuban-born professional baseball first baseman currently playing for the Houston Astros in Major League Baseball. |
| José Altafini - José João Altafini, also known as "Mazzola," is a highly successful Italian-Brazilian former footballer, known for his prolific goal-scoring abilities and achievements with clubs such as AC Milan, Napoli, and Juventus, as well as his contributions to the Brazilian national team's victory in the 1958 FIFA World Cup. |
| José Ortega y Gasset was a Spanish philosopher and essayist known for his "philosophy of life" that combined pragmatist metaphysics and realist phenomenology. |
