Osie

GenderBoy & girl

US Rank

GirlsUnranked

Below 5 births

BoysUnranked

Below 5 births

About Osie

Osie is a feminine name with multiple origins. It can be a diminutive of names like Oswald (Anglo-Saxon for "divine power"), Osborne ("god bear"), or Oceanus (Greek for "ocean"). In some communities, it functions as a nickname for Josephine or Osiris. The name has a vintage, Southern charm in American contexts, particularly in rural communities. Osie peaked in the early 1900s but has remained quite rare. Its short, melodic sound gives it a gentle, approachable quality. The name carries a subtle sweetness and simplicity that appeals to parents looking for something distinctive yet unpretentious, with historical roots but a sound that works well in contemporary settings.

Osie for boys

Osie is a masculine name with multiple origins. It can be a diminutive of names like Oswald (Old English for 'divine power'), Oscar (Old Norse for 'God's spear'), or Hosea (Hebrew for 'salvation'). In some communities, particularly in the Southern United States, Osie emerged as an independent given name during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Though uncommon in contemporary use, it carries a vintage charm and simplicity that some parents appreciate. The name has musical connections through blues and gospel performers like Osie Johnson. With its short, distinctive sound, Osie offers a rare option that combines historical resonance with unpretentious brevity.

Pronounced AHZ-ee.

As of October 2026, Osie ranked #7266 for girls in US births in 1961 and #7081 for boys in US births in 1982 SSA, peaked at #629 for girls in 1886 and #736 for boys in 1908.