Posy Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationPOH-zee / /ˈpoʊ.zi/English; Latin
Meaning
English: a flower; Latin: little flower
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Posy is often associated with a small bouquet of flowers, reflecting a sense of charm and delicacy. The name has been used in literature and poetry to evoke beauty and nature. In Latin, the term 'posy' relates to 'pulsatilla,' a type of flower, emphasizing its floral connotation. The name has gained popularity as a whimsical and affectionate term for girls.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Posey
- Posy
International Variants
- Posie (English)
- Paulette (French)
Famous people named Posy
Posy Simmonds — cartoonist and author.
Posy Roberts — author.
Fictional characters named Posy
Posy Fossil — 'Ballet Shoes' by Noel Streatfeild.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Posy was first seen in the United States in 2014. Posy has ranked as high as #1362 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Posy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Posy
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 6 |