Josie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOH-zee / /ˈdʒoʊ.zi/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: God will add; Hebrew: He will add
Historical & Cultural Background
Josie is often considered a diminutive of Joseph or Josephine. The name has been used in various cultures, primarily in English-speaking countries. It has gained popularity as a standalone name in recent years. Traditionally, it has been associated with qualities of addition and growth, reflecting its Hebrew roots.
Trend Summary
Josie has seen a rise in popularity as a given name in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jo
- Jos
- Joss
International Variants
- José (Spanish)
- Giuseppe (Italian)
- Yosef (Hebrew)
Famous people named Josie
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Fictional characters named Josie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Josie was first seen in the United States in 1896. Josie has ranked as high as #1134 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in Georgia, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Josie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Josie (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 11 |