Hosie

Hosie is a masculine name with several possible origins. It may be a diminutive of Hosea, a Hebrew name meaning 'salvation' or 'deliverer.' Alternatively, it could be related to the Scottish surname Hosie. The name has a gentle, approachable quality with its soft sounds. Hosie was most commonly used in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in southern communities. It has a vintage, folksy charm that evokes rural Americana. While never extremely popular, Hosie represents a tradition of simple, unpretentious naming practices. Today, it's quite rare, giving it a distinctive quality that might appeal to parents interested in reviving genuine vintage names with historical roots and a friendly, accessible sound.

Hosie is also given to girls.

Pronounced HOH-zee.

As of October 2026, Hosie ranked #4061 for girls in US births in 1940 and #10219 for boys in US births in 1998 SSA, peaked at #704 for boys in 1901.