Joey
/dzhohee/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Joey is a English name meaning "He will enlarge". Joey is a diminutive of Joseph. Joseph comes from the Hebrew name Yosef, derived from the verb "yasaf" meaning "to add, increase."
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic dzhohee
IPA d͡ʒoʊi
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as dzhohee. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Joey
- · Joey Ramone - Musician
- · Joey Lawrence - Actor
- · Joey Votto - Baseball Player
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