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The name Joe is a diminutive of the name Joseph. It is of Hebrew origin and means "he will add" or "God will increase." In the Bible, Joseph was one of the 12 sons of Jacob, and he became one of the most important figures in the Old Testament, known for his ability to interpret dreams and his leadership in Egypt. The name Joe became popular as a standalone name in the 19th century and was often used as a nickname for men named Joseph. It has since become a common given name in English-speaking countries. Famous people named Joe include Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States, Joe Montana, a legendary American football player, and Joe DiMaggio, a Hall of Fame baseball player.

The name Joe is popular in many English-speaking countries including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. It is also a common name in countries with significant English-speaking populations such as Ireland and South Africa.

There are many names that are similar to Joe, both in terms of their sound and their popularity. Here are some examples:

• Joel
• Jay
• Jace
• Jake
• Joey
• Josh
• Jude
• Joss
• Juan
• Jonas
• Jude
• Jaden
• Jamie
• Jasper
• Jordan