Jossie is a unique and charming given name, often used for females. It possesses a whimsical quality due to its soft 's' sound, while also conveying a sense of individuality through its unconventional spelling. The name Jossie is believed to have originated from the French name Josiane or the German name Josine, both of which derive from the Hebrew name Josepha, meaning 'God shall increase.' However, it is not merely a variant of these names; rather, it stands independently with its own character and appeal.
The name Jossie seems to have experienced significant popularity fluctuations over the years. The highest number of births recorded was 45 in 1926, while the lowest was 5 in various years between 1958 and 2023. The name's peak popularity seems to have been in the early to mid-20th century, with a gradual decline since then. Overall, there have been a total of 2028 births named Jossie from 1880 to 2023.