Girl · 259th of 9,107
Flossie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
21,845
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1919
Peak Popularity Year
613
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Flossie stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Flossie is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'Florentia', meaning 'flowering' or 'blossoming'. It evolved through historical forms such as Florentia and Florence before becoming popular in English as Flossie. The name is often seen as whimsical and affectionate, lacking biblical relevance, and has variants like Flo and Flora. It gained traction in the late 19th century and is currently perceived as vintage and charming.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈflɒsi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Flossie is derived from the Latin name 'Florentia', which means 'blossoming' or 'flowering'. It is often considered a diminutive form of the name 'Florence'.
Meaning
flowering, blossoming
Language Evolution
Florentia (Latin), Florence (Old French), Flossie (English)
Historical Usage
Flossie gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a whimsical and affectionate name, often used as a diminutive for Florence.
Variants & Derivatives
Flo, Florence, Flora
Modern Popularity & Image
Flossie is viewed as a charming and vintage name, often associated with a playful and friendly personality. It is less common in contemporary naming trends.
Famous People
Flossie Wong-Staal, a notable Chinese-American virologist and molecular biologist.
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 613 peak births in 1919
Geographic Spread
Popular across 28 US states, with strongest presence in Arkansas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5314th of 7545 | 25 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5767th of 6773 | 12 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 259th of 9107 | 11,889 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 460th of 9204 | 4,161 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1241st of 12526 | 1,316 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4267th of 19264 | 220 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17086th of 27321 | 28 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 24576th of 30306 | 12 |