Osie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Osie is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'salvation' or 'to save'. It has evolved from historical forms like Osee and Oshea, often linked to the biblical name Joshua. The name is associated with traits of warmth and approachability, and while it is not widely popular today, it has a vintage appeal. There is no significant biblical relevance directly tied to the name Osie.
The name Osie is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Osie has been stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Osie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1726th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2136th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2916th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7360th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1183rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2116th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5919th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Osie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Osie"
Pronunciation
/ˈoʊzi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Osie is derived from the Hebrew name 'Osee', which means 'salvation' or 'to save'. It is often considered a short form of the name 'Joshua'.
Meaning
salvation, to save
Language Evolution
Osee, Oshea, Joshua
Historical Usage
The name Osie gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in the United States, as a diminutive form of names like Oshea and Joshua.
Variants & Derivatives
Ossie, Ozzy, Osee
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Osie is perceived as a unique and friendly name, though it is less common than its variants. It carries a vintage charm and is often associated with a warm, approachable personality.
Famous People
Osie Virgil, Osie Davis
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Osie"
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 "Osie"
"Osie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1726th of 7545 | 312 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2136th of 6773 | 221 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2916th of 7552 | 151 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7360th of 10718 | 23 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1183rd of 9107 | 726 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2116th of 9204 | 292 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5919th of 12526 | 78 |
Regional Popularity of "Osie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
67.37% 1594th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
91.29% 2148th/2353 |
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| 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 "Osie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
41.08% 972nd/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
81.68% 1922nd/2353 |
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| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Osie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Osie" 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.