Josie is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #317 in 2005 with 1,017 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 3,021 births ranking #82. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 23.9%. In 2005, approximately 1 in every 1,817 girls born was named Josie. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Josie is a cheerful, affectionate short form in the Joseph family and carries the meaning God will add. It feels bright, vintage, and very easy to love.
The name has long existed as a nickname and now works very comfortably as a stand-alone choice. Its rise fits the wider return of friendly old-fashioned diminutives.