Joost
/ZHOHOHST/ French Male
Meaning & Origin
Joost is a French name meaning "Just". The name Joost originates from the Dutch language. It is derived from the Latin name "Iustus", meaning "just" or "righteous", and is also a short form of Joseph, ultimately derived from Hebrew יוסף (Yosef).
Quick Facts
Language French
Gender Male
Phonetic ZHOHOHST
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ZHOHOHST. Keep the original French phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Joost
- · Joost van den Vondel - Dutch writer
- · Joost Klein - Dutch Musician
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