Female Name
Posy
ˈpoʊ.zi
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
Bridgerton characters
diminutives
English nouns
fictional characters
flora
flowers
Hunger Games characters
illustrators
literature
nature
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
70/100
classic80%
youthful160%
informal100%
natural140%
wholesome140%
delicate140%
refined120%
strange100%
simple140%
Meaning & Etymology
Posy is a diminutive form of the name Josephine, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning 'He will add'. Additionally, Posy can be inspired by the English word 'posy', which refers to a small bouquet of flowers. This dual origin reflects both a personal name and a term associated with floral arrangements, symbolizing beauty and nature.
Etymology
Original Form:
Josephine
Evolution:
From Josephine to Posy, reflecting a diminutive and affectionate form.
Source:
Historical naming conventions and linguistic diminutives.