Josefina
Meaning of Josefina
The name Josefina is a beautiful and timeless choice for a baby girl, with deep roots in Spanish culture. Pronounced as ho-se-FEE-nah in Spanish and ho-zuh-FEE-nuh in English, it is a variant of the classic name Josephine. Josefina carries an air of elegance and sophistication, often associated with historical figures and literary characters who embody grace and strength. Although not extremely common in the United States, its usage has remained relatively steady over the years, reflecting its enduring appeal. The name's rich cultural heritage makes it a meaningful option for parents seeking a name that honors tradition while still sounding fresh and unique.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as ho-se-FEE-nah (/xo.se.ˈfi.na/)
English
- Pronunced as ho-zuh-FEE-nuh (/hoʊ.zə.ˈfi.nə/)
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Notable People Named Josefina
| Josefina López is a prominent Chicana playwright and the author of the play Real Women Have Curves, as well as the Founding Artistic Director of CASA 0101 theater in Boyle Heights, California. |
| Josefina Vázquez Mota - Josefina Eugenia Vázquez Mota is a businessperson and politician who was the first female presidential candidate for the National Action Party (PAN) in the 2012 Mexican elections. |
| Josefina de Vasconcellos - Josefina Alys Hermes de Vasconcellos was an English sculptor known for her diverse work in various materials and her famous sculptures like Reconciliation and Holy Family. |
| Josefina Fierro de Bright was a Mexican-American leader who organized resistance against discrimination in the American Southwest during the Great Depression. |
| Josefina Aldecoa, a Spanish writer and educator, was known for founding and leading the Colegio Estilo and adopting her husband's surname for her literary career. |
| Josefina Álvares de Azevedo was a Brazilian journalist, writer, and early feminist who advocated for women's right to vote through her work in newspapers, theater plays, and poems. |
| Josefina Quezada, a Mexican-born Chicana artist, is known for her murals and photography and was a prominent supporter of the arts in Los Angeles, with twelve murals to her name in the city. |
| Josefina Echánove was a renowned Mexican actress known for her work in film, television, and stage, earning two Ariel Award nominations for her performances. |
| Josefina Fernández is a prominent Argentine volleyball player who has represented her country in various international competitions, including the Pan-American Volleyball Cup, FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix, FIVB Volleyball Women's World Championship, FIVB Volleyball Women's World Cup, Pan American Games, and the Summer Olympics. |
| Josefina Ortiz y Ortiz, the First Lady of Mexico, initiated programs to support indigenous children during her husband's presidency. |
| Josefina Isabel Villalobos Páramo is an American-born Colombian-Ecuadorian public servant and former First Lady of Ecuador. |
| Josefina Pelliza de Sagasta - Josefina Pelliza Pueyrredon de Sagasta was an Argentine poet, journalist, and writer, and the daughter of Colonel Jose Maria Pelliza Gomez del Canto y D. Virginia de Pueyrredon. |
| Josefina Lavalle was a prominent Mexican ballet dancer, choreographer, and ballet director who co-founded the national ballet company in Mexico City in 1948. |
| Josefina Tanganelli Plana was a renowned Catalan cartoonist and painter. |
| Josefina O'Farrill is a former Cuban volleyball player who achieved success with the national team, winning gold medals at the Pan American Games and the FIVB World Cup. |
