Jozie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jozie is a diminutive form of Joseph, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'He will add' or 'God will increase'. The name has evolved through various languages, including Greek and Latin, before becoming popular in English. It is often seen as a playful and modern variation, with no direct biblical references but linked to the well-known biblical figure Joseph. Jozie is currently viewed positively, associated with charm and youthfulness.
The name Jozie is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jozie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jozie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12194th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3879th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3070th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jozie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jozie"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒoʊzi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jozie is a diminutive form of the name Joseph, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning 'He will add' or 'God will increase'.
Meaning
He will add, God will increase
Language Evolution
Yosef (Hebrew), Ioseph (Greek), Josephus (Latin), Joseph (English)
Biblical Background
Jozie does not appear in the Bible, but it is related to Joseph, who is a significant biblical figure.
Historical Usage
The name Jozie has gained popularity in the 20th and 21st centuries as a modern variation of Joseph, often used as a feminine or playful form.
Variants & Derivatives
Josie, Josephine, Jo, Jozlyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Jozie is perceived as a cute and modern name, often associated with youthfulness and charm.
Famous People
Jozie O'Brien, a contemporary artist, Jozie Goss, a fictional character in popular literature
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jozie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jozie"
"Jozie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12194th of 27321 | 65 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3879th of 35406 | 584 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3070th of 30306 | 642 |
Regional Popularity of "Jozie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jozie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.10% 2708th/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
60.17% 2397th/3984 |
- |
57.65% 3933rd/6822 |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jozie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jozie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.