Giuseppa

Italian feminine variation of Joseph, Hebrew

"Jehovah increases"

Giuseppa Origin and Meaning

The name Giuseppa is a girl's name.

Giuseppa is the feminine form of Giuseppe, the Italian equivalent of Joseph. With deep biblical roots, the name derives from the Hebrew Yosef, meaning 'God will add' or 'God increases.' Particularly common in Sicily and southern Italy, Giuseppa reflects the strong Catholic tradition of naming children after saints, with Saint Joseph being the husband of Mary and earthly father of Jesus. While the masculine Giuseppe remains popular across Italy, Giuseppa is less common and carries a traditional, old-world charm. Outside of Italian communities, the name is rare but provides a direct connection to Italian heritage. Its pronunciation (joo-ZEP-pa) might present challenges in non-Italian speaking regions, but its distinctive character makes it a meaningful choice for families with Italian roots.

Famous People Named Giuseppa

• Giuseppa Eleonora Barbapiccola Italian natural philosopher, poet and translator of René Descartes' "Principles of Philosophy"
• Giuseppa Bolognara Calcagno Italian patriot
• Maria Giuseppa Scandola beatified Italian nun and missionary