The name Josey is a boy's name meaning "Jehovah increases".

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Josie and Josey read as feminine names, but a handful of boys are given this form as a first name each year. Josey is also heard as a pet name for Joseph.

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The name Josey peaked for boys at #1721 in 1988. Josey is occasionally used for girls in 2024.

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Josey is a sweet, approachable feminine name typically considered a diminutive form of Josephine, which derives from the Hebrew name Joseph meaning 'God will add.' This spelling variation, with an 'ey' ending rather than the more common 'ie' (as in Josie), gives the name a slightly distinctive quality while maintaining its familiar sound. Josey has a vintage charm that recalls rural Americana and has experienced occasional use throughout the 20th century. The name gained some recognition through the film 'The Outlaw Josey Wales,' though there it was used as a masculine name. With its friendly, unpretentious quality, Josey appeals to parents seeking a name that balances traditional roots with casual warmth and simplicity.

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The name Josey peaked for girls at #1782 in 1998. The name is most popular in JOSEY, JOSEY, and JOSEY. Josey is occasionally used for boys in 2024.

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