Josie is a feminine given name that is commonly used in English-speaking countries. It is a diminutive form of the name Josephine, which is derived from the French name Joséphine. The name Josephine has its roots in the Hebrew name Yosef, which means "he will add" or "God will increase". The name Josie has been in use since the late 19th century and has remained a popular name choice for baby girls.
Josie rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
- Rank 126. Reagan
- Rank 127. Charlie
- Rank 128. Alaia
- Rank 129. Melanie
- Rank 130. Josie
- Rank 131. Elliana
- Rank 132. Cecilia
- Rank 133. Mary
- Rank 134. Daisy
Nicknames for Josie
| Jo | JOH | Shortened version of the name. |
| Jojo | JOH-joh | Double nickname. |
| Joss | JAHSS | A variation of the name. |
| Jos | JOHZ | Shortened version of the name. |
| Josey | JOH-see | A variation of the name. |
Famous people named Josie
| Josie Maran | model and actress | known for her work as a model for Maybelline and as an actress in films such as 'The Aviator |
| Josie Loren | actress | known for her roles in TV shows such as 'Make It or Break It' and 'The Mentalist |
| Josie Davis | actress | known for her roles in TV shows such as 'Charles in Charge' and 'Beverly Hills, 90210 |
| Josie Bissett | actress | known for her role in the TV show 'Melrose Place |
| Josie Trinidad | animator | known for her work as a story artist at Walt Disney Animation Studios on films such as 'Zootopia' and 'Ralph Breaks the Internet |
| Josie Gibson | TV personality | known for winning the 2010 season of the British reality show 'Big Brother |
| Josie Natori | fashion designer | known for her luxury lingerie and ready-to-wear fashion brand, Natori |
| Josie Dew | author | known for her travel memoirs, including 'The Wind in My Wheels' and 'Long Cloud Ride |
| Josie Long | comedian | known for her stand-up comedy and appearances on TV shows such as '8 Out of 10 Cats' and 'Never Mind the Buzzcocks |
Fictional character called Josie from pop culture
| Josie McCoy | Musician | Lead singer of the band "Josie and the Pussycats" in the Archie Comics universe. |
| Josie Pye | Antagonist | A character in L.M. Montgomery's "Anne of Green Gables" series who is often a rival to the protagonist, Anne Shirley. |
| Josie Geller | Journalist | The main character in the movie "Never Been Kissed," played by Drew Barrymore, who goes undercover as a high school student to research a story. |
| Josie Radek | Scientist | A character in the video game "Prey" who is part of the research team studying an alien species on a space station. |
| Josie Cormier | Witness | A character in Jodi Picoult's novel "The Pact" who is a witness to a tragic event involving her best friend and boyfriend. |
| Josie Saltzman | Witch | A character in the TV series "Legacies" who is a witch and a student at the Salvatore School for the Young and Gifted. |
| Josie Trent | Explorer | A character in the TV series "The Journey of Allen Strange" who is part of a group of kids who discover an alien and go on adventures with him. |
| Josie Packard | Businesswoman | A character in the TV series "Twin Peaks" who is a wealthy businesswoman and the owner of the Packard Sawmill. |
| Josie | Robot | A character in the movie "A.I. Artificial Intelligence" who is a robotic teddy bear companion to the main character, David. |
| Josie | Singer | The main character in the movie "Josie and the Pussycats," played by Rachael Leigh Cook, who becomes the lead singer of a popular band. |
Frequently Asked Questions about Josie
| What is the meaning of the name Josie? | The name Josie is a shortened form of the name Josephine, which means "God will increase" or "He shall add. |
| Is Josie a popular name? | Josie is not a very common name, but it has been steadily increasing in popularity in recent years. |
| What are some famous people with the name Josie? | Some famous people with the name Josie include Josie Maran, an American model and actress, and Josie Loren, an American actress. |
| Is Josie a unisex name? | While Josie is typically a feminine name, it can technically be used for either gender. |
| What are some variations of the name Josie? | Variations of the name Josie include Jo, Joey, and Josey. |
| What is the origin of the name Josie? | The name Josie is of English origin. |