| Meaning | God will add |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Josey |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Jo-sey |
About Josey
This spirited name carries an approachable charm that feels both vintage and contemporary. Josey brings to mind someone confident yet down-to-earth, with a natural ability to make others feel at ease. The name has a tomboyish quality that suggests independence and adventure, while still maintaining a distinctly feminine appeal. Parents who choose Josey often appreciate names that don't take themselves too seriously—names that work equally well in a boardroom or on a hiking trail. It's short, memorable, and effortlessly cool without trying too hard. The "J" beginning gives it strength, while the softer ending balances it perfectly. Josey is the kind of name that grows beautifully with a child, suitable for a playful toddler, a determined teenager, and a capable adult. It stands out without being outlandish, offering individuality without the burden of constant spelling corrections.
Nicknames for Josey
| Jo |
| Josie |
| Joey |
| Jose |
Famous People Named Josey
| Josey Aimes | American activist and inspiration for the film "North Country" |
| Josey Jewell | American football player |
| Josey Scott | Lead singer of the rock band Saliva |
| Josey Stane | Australian freestyle skier |
| Josey Miller | American author and journalist |
| Josey Greenwell | American singer and fitness model |
| Josey Rebelle | British DJ and producer |
| Josey Wales | Jamaican reggae singer |
| Josey Baker | American author and bread baker |
| Josey Nguni | Zimbabwean swimmer |
| Josey Martin | American artist |
| Josey Prior | Australian soccer player |
| Josey Blair | Canadian actress |
| Josey Anderson | British fencer |
| Josey Chacko | Indian actress |
| Josey Espoir | Congolese footballer |
| Josey Murray | Canadian rugby player |
| Josey Arsenault | Canadian boxer |
| Josey Ginn | American reality TV star |
| Josey Stender | American artist and designer |
Characters Named Josey
| Josey Vogel | Character in the novel "Josey Baker Bread" |
| Josey Ballou | Character in the TV series "The Magnificent Seven" |
| Josey Scott | Character in the TV series "One Tree Hill" |
| Josey Anderson | Character in the book series "Josey Anderson and the Djinn of Death" |
| Josey Aimes | Character in the film "North Country" |
| Josey Fleming | Character in the novel "Josey's Mountain" |
| Josey Fortuna | Character in the book series "The Josey Fortuna Mysteries" |
| Josey Wales | Character in the TV series "The Young Riders" |
| Josey Baines | Character in the film "The Quick and the Dead" |
| Josey Sims | Character in the novel "Josey - A Short Story" |
| Josey Livsey | Character in the TV series "Emmerdale" |
| Josey Perry | Character in the book "The Secret Diary of Josey Perry" |
| Josey Hicks | Character in the film "Eye of the Eagle" |
| Josey Mink | Character in the novel "The Ballad of Josey Mink" |
| Josey Esparza | Character in the TV series "This Is Us" |
| Josey Cross | Character in the film "Wild Horse Hank" |
| Josey Tipton | Character in the book "Josey's Christmas Cookie" |
| Josey Stane | Character in the TV series "Upper Middle Bogan" |
| Josey Warden | Character in the novel "Josey's Curse" |