Josie
Meaning of Josie
The name Josie, a charming and timeless choice for girls, has its roots as a diminutive form of Josephine. Originating from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning "God will add," Josie carries connotations of growth and abundance. Pronounced JOH-zee (/ˈdʒoʊzi/) in English, this name has enjoyed enduring popularity due to its sweet and approachable sound. Over the years, Josie has seen varying degrees of popularity in the United States, consistently ranking within the top 400 names since the late 19th century. Recently, it has experienced a resurgence, climbing to rank 108 in 2023 with 2,504 occurrences that year. Josie's appeal lies in its blend of familiarity and uniqueness, making it a versatile choice that can suit both modern and classic tastes.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as JOH-zee (/ˈdʒəʊzi/)
American English
- Pronunced as JOH-zee (/ˈdʒoʊzi/)
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Notable People Named Josie
| Josie Rourke is an accomplished English theatre and film director known for her work at the Donmar Warehouse and her feature film debut, Mary Queen of Scots. |
| Josie Sadler was a prominent American stage comedienne known for her "Dutch" dialect routines and later transitioned to operate her husband's electrical research business. |
| Josie Duffy Rice is an American writer and political commentator known for her work in criminal justice reform, including serving as president of The Appeal and co-hosting the podcast Justice in America. |
| Josie Totah, formerly known as J. J. Totah, is an American actress known for her roles in Disney Channel's Jessie, the ABC comedy series Back in the Game, and the 2016 film Other People, as well as her appearance in the short-lived NBC comedy series Champions and the 2020 revival of Saved by the Bell. |
| Josie Osborne is a Canadian politician serving as the Minister of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation in the British Columbia government, representing the electoral district of Mid Island-Pacific Rim. |
| Josie Rebecca Davis is an American actress, screenwriter, and producer, famous for her role as Sarah Powell in the television sitcom Charles in Charge from 1987 to 1990. |
| Josie Bennett was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in 1979. |
| Josie Carroll is a trailblazing Canadian Thoroughbred horse trainer, known for her historic wins at the Queen's Plate and other prestigious races. |
| Josie Pujol was a Cuban violinist known for her performances in Cuba, Canada, and the United States. |
| Josie Stevens is an American model, stylist, reality TV personality, host, and fashion designer who gained fame through her appearance on the reality TV show Married to Rock and is married to rock guitarist Steve Stevens. |
| Josie Tamate - Josie M. Tamate is a Niuean civil servant and the first Polynesian to serve as Chair of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission. |
| Josie Muscat is a Maltese politician, former Nationalist MP, independent local councillor, and co-founder of Azzjoni Nazzjonali (AN), with a background in medicine. |
| Josie Nelson is an English international cyclist who has competed for England at the Commonwealth Games. |
| Josie Morrison is a Canadian speed skater. |
| Josie Simpson is an Australian female cyclo-cross cyclist who represented Australia at the 2016 UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships. |
