Female Name
Flossie
ˈflɑs.i
ˈflɒs.i
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
Animal Crossing characters
currently out of the US top 1000
diminutives
educators
ends in -ie
flowers
nature
plants
scientists
The Waltons characters
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
56/100
classic100%
youthful100%
informal175%
common65%
wholesome100%
delicate100%
strange140%
simple100%
comedic120%
Meaning & Etymology
Flossie is a diminutive form of the name Florence, which originates from the Latin name Florentius, meaning 'blossoming' or 'flourishing'. It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries, often as a nickname or affectionate form of Florence.
Etymology
Original Form:
Florence
Evolution:
Flossie evolved as a diminutive form of Florence, reflecting a trend in English-speaking cultures to create affectionate or informal versions of traditional names.
Source:
Historical naming conventions and linguistic studies