Josephine — French feminine form of Joseph. A notable bearer of this name was the first wife of Napoleon Bonaparte, Joséphine de Beauharnais (1763-1814).
Saintly namesake: Josephine Bakhita was a Sudanese woman who overcame slavery to become a Catholic nun, remembered for her faith and resilience. She is the only canonized saint named Josephine. (February 8 · 20th century)
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