Josey
Meaning of Josey
Josey is a unisex name that originated from the given name Joseph, which comes from the Hebrew name Yosef. The name Josey has variations such as Joey and Josie. In American English, Josey is pronounced as JOH-zee (/dʒoʊzi/), while in British English it is also pronounced as JOH-zee (/dʒoʊzi/).
Looking at the data for newborns in the United States of America, Josey has been moderately popular over the years. In recent years, it has ranked around 2000-2400 in terms of occurrence. However, there was a slight increase in popularity in 2011 when it ranked at 1885. It's worth noting that the name Josey can be used for both boys and girls, adding to its versatility and appeal.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as JOH-zee (/dʒoʊzi/)
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Notable People Named Josey
| Josey Jewell is an American football linebacker for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League (NFL) and played college football at Iowa. |
| Josey Wales is a renowned Jamaican dancehall deejay known for his influential work in the 1980s and is named after the iconic Western movie character "The Outlaw Josey Wales." |
| Josey Montana McCoy is an American actor known for his work in film and television. |
