God will increase
Jos is a Dutch diminutive of Jozef, which is the Dutch and German form of the Hebrew name Yosef. It shares the same etymological root as Joseph, signifying the addition or increase granted by God. While common in the Netherlands, it remains a rare and minimalist choice in the United States.
Less common today
Jos isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,210 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Dutch former racing driver and father of Max Verstappen
English international cricketer
American screenwriter and director (born Joseph)
