Josy
Fact sheet
- Name
- Josy
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Josy, used for girls, means 'JHWH adds' or 'God adds'.
What does the name Josy mean?
Josy is a short form of the traditional name Josefine or Josephine. Its roots lie in Ancient Hebrew and derive from the biblical name Josef, which is derived from 'jasaf', meaning 'to add or to increase'. Furthermore, Josy is the second most common pet form in Germany. In English-speaking countries, however, the forms Josie or Josi are frequently found.
Where does the name Josy come from?
The girl's name Josy has its origins in Ancient Hebrew. It derives from the biblical name Josef and can be translated as 'jasaf', meaning 'to add, to increase'. The Ancient Hebrew word 'jasaf' represents this meaning. The languages in which the name occurs are German and English.
How do you pronounce Josy?
The pronunciation of the name Josy is two syllables and fluid. In German, it is typically pronounced as 'Jo-sy' [ˈjoːzi]. The name begins with a long O sound, which conveys a calm and rounded tonal quality. The voiced S adds a lively note, while the bright I at the end provides lightness. This makes Josy appear modern and friendly – uncomplicated, feminine, and harmonious.
When is the name day of Josy?
The name day for Josy is celebrated on October 26.
Popularity
In Germany, Josy is among the popular first names and currently ranks 1,514th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2006 at 518th. Over the last ten years, Josy has been given as a first name around 380 times, securing it the 1,035th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it holds the 915th place.
Nicknames & pet names
Jo / Joe / JoJo / Joshy / Josn / Joy / Juju / Sisi
Similar first names
Famous people
- Josy Barthel (Luxembourg athlete)
- Josy Biedermann (politician)
- Josy Braun (Luxembourg writer)
- Josy Doyon-Hofstetter (Austrian writer)
- Josy Gyr (Swiss politician)
- Josy Kraus (cyclist)
- Josy Meidinger (German painter)
- Josy Prokopetz (Austrian pop singer from the NDW era)
- Josy Stoffel (Luxembourg gymnast)
Frequently asked questions about the name Josy
Where does the name Josy come from?
The name Josy has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and derives from the biblical name Josef.
What does the name Josy mean?
Josy means 'to add' or 'to increase' and comes from the Hebrew word 'jasaf'.
How popular is the name Josy?
In Germany, Josy is one of the most well-known pet forms and is the second most common variant.