Flossey

Latin

"flourishing, prosperous"

Flossey Origin and Meaning

The name Flossey is a girl's name.

Flossey is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Florence, which comes from the Latin 'florentius' meaning 'flourishing' or 'prosperous.' With its cheerful '-ey' ending, Flossey emerged particularly in the Victorian era when affectionate nickname forms were often used as given names. It carries a whimsical, vintage charm characteristic of names from that period. The name evokes images of delicacy and lightness, perhaps influenced by the association with 'floss' or something feathery and soft. While popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Flossey has become quite rare in modern usage. For contemporary parents, it offers a distinctly nostalgic quality that connects to the fashions of bygone eras.