Josanne

French feminine variation of Joseph, Hebrew

"Jehovah increases"

Josanne Origin and Meaning

The name Josanne is a girl's name.

Josanne is a feminine name that represents a modern compound variation combining elements of Josephine and Anne or possibly Joanne with a unique spelling. With French and Hebrew roots, the name inherits meanings from its component parts - 'God will add' from the Joseph element and 'grace' from the Anne component. Josanne emerged in the mid-20th century as parents began seeking distinctive variations of traditional names. While never achieving mainstream popularity, Josanne appeals to those looking for a name that feels both familiar and uncommon. The name maintains a melodic quality with its soft consonants and balanced syllables, giving it an elegant feminine character.

Famous People Named Josanne

• Josanne "Jo" Potter English football player
• Josanne Lucas Trinidadian sprinter
• Josanne Wayman American actress