The name Yossel is a boy's name of Yiddish origin.

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Yossel is a masculine name of Yiddish origin, serving as a diminutive form of Yosef (Joseph). The name Joseph comes from Hebrew, meaning 'God will add' or 'God will increase.' Yossel was particularly common among Ashkenazi Jewish communities in Eastern Europe before the mid-20th century. The diminutive suffix '-el' adds an affectionate quality to the traditional name. Following the Holocaust and subsequent migration of Jewish populations, traditional Yiddish names became less common, though they remain important cultural identifiers. Today, Yossel is relatively rare, primarily used in traditional Jewish communities preserving Yiddish naming customs. The name carries deep cultural significance, connecting bearers to Jewish heritage and history. For many families, using names like Yossel represents an intentional preservation of cultural traditions that might otherwise be lost.

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