Posey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationPOH-zee / /ˈpoʊ.zi/English; Latin
Meaning
English: flower; Latin: small flower
Historical & Cultural Background
Posey is derived from the English surname, which originally referred to a type of flower bouquet. It has gained popularity as a given name in recent years, particularly in the United States. The name is often associated with a cheerful and vibrant personality due to its floral connotation.
Trend Summary
Posey has seen a rise in popularity as a given name in the United States over the past decade.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Posey was first seen in the United States in 1888. Posey has ranked as high as #823 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Virginia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Posey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Posey (1927)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 17 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 17 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 17 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 11 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1956 | 8 |