Jozsef
Meaning of Jozsef
Jozsef is a male name with Hungarian origin. In Hungarian, it is pronounced as YOZ-shef (/ˈjoʒɛf/). Variations of the name include Joseph and Josef. Although not as common in the United States, Jozsef has been given to a small number of newborns each year. It ranked 12th in popularity in 2005, with 6223 occurrences. The name has a rich history and carries strong associations with biblical figures such as Saint Joseph, the husband of Mary and foster father of Jesus. Jozsef is a timeless and classic choice for parents seeking a unique name with deep roots.
Pronunciation
Hungarian
- Pronunced as YOZ-shef (/ˈjoʒɛf/)
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Notable People Named Jozsef
| József Mindszenty was a Hungarian cardinal known for his unwavering opposition to fascism and communism, enduring imprisonment and persecution for his beliefs. |
| József Antall - József Tihamér Antall Jr. was a prominent Hungarian statesman and the first democratically elected Prime Minister of Hungary, serving from 1990 until his passing in 1993. |
| József Törley established a successful brand of sparkling wine in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. |
| József Molnár was a Hungarian writer, journalist, publisher, and printer. |
| József Rippl-Rónai, a Hungarian painter, was a pioneer in introducing modern artistic movements to Hungarian art. |
| József Eötvös is a renowned classical guitarist from Pécs, Hungary, known for his international competition wins and groundbreaking recording of the Goldberg Variations. |
| József Szabó, also known as Joseph Szabo or José Szabo, was a prominent Hungarian footballer and football manager, who played for Ferencvárosi TC and the Hungarian national team. |
| József Kossovits was a Hungarian composer and cellist. |
| József Garami is a Hungarian football manager and former player, currently managing MTK Budapest. |
| József Hátszeghy was a Hungarian foil fencer and coach who participated in the 1936 and 1948 Summer Olympics. |
| József Varró is a Hungarian equestrian who competed in the 1972 and 1980 Summer Olympics. |
| József Petrikovics is a former international speedway rider from Hungary. |
| József Sándor was a Hungarian wrestler who competed in the lightweight event at the 1912 Summer Olympics. |
| József Szalai is a Hungarian hurdler who participated in the men's 400 metres hurdles at the 1980 Summer Olympics. |
| József Babay (1898–1956) was a versatile Hungarian journalist, novelist, playwright, and screenwriter known for his contributions to the Hungarian film industry and his collaboration with Dénes von Buday on operetta librettos. |
