Josiane
/jo-SIA-ne/ Western Female
Meaning & Origin
Josiane is a Western name meaning "Josiane is often considered a feminine form of Joseph, meaning "God will increase" or "God will add". It can also be seen as a combination of "Jose" and "Anne".". The name's etymology is debated; it is possibly derived from a combination of Joseph (Hebrew Yosef, meaning "God will increase") and Anne (Hebrew Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor").
Quick Facts
Language Western
Gender Female
Phonetic jo-SIA-ne
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as jo-SIA-ne. Keep the original Western phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Josiane
- · Josiane Balasko - French actress and director
- · Josiane Bost - French cyclist
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