José (en. José)

/xoˈse/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Masculine name derived from the Hebrew Yosef, meaning 'God adds.'
José is a very popular name in Spain.
José es un nombre muy popular en España.
Biblical character, husband of Mary and adoptive father of Jesus.
Saint Joseph is a saint revered in the Christian faith.
San José es un santo venerado en la fe cristiana.
Name used in colloquial expressions and popular culture.
The José in the series is a very funny character.
El José de la serie es un personaje muy divertido.

Etymology

The name José comes from the Hebrew Yosef, which means 'to add' or 'to increase.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

José is not my strong suit.
It's not something I have knowledge or ability in.
José no es mi fuerte
To be a José.
To be an ordinary person, without anything special.
Ser un José

Related Words

pepe
Common diminutive of José.
pepe
josecito
Affectionate or diminutive form of José.
josecito
josefa
Feminine name derived from José.
josefa

Slang Meanings

Term used to refer to an average or commonplace man.
He is not a big businessman, just a regular José.
No es un gran empresario, es solo un José del montón.
It's used to refer to a carefree type of person.
That guy lives life his way, he's a real José.
Ese tipo vive a su manera, es un verdadero José.