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Nicknames for Josephine

Josephine is a girl's name of Hebrew / French origin meaning “God will add”, and Josie is its natural nickname. Here are 10 nicknames for Josephine, from classic short forms to pet names, grouped by the feel they give the name.

10 nicknames

Classic · The forms most Josephines answer to.

Jo Josie Joey
Josie
Hebrew / English
God will add
Girl

Vintage · Older pet names with real character.

Posy Posie Fina Effie
Posy
English (from Josephine or 'posy of flowers')
A small bouquet
GirlBotanicalNature
Effie
Greek / Scottish / English (from Euphemia)
Well-spoken
GirlLiterary

Modern · Shorter, punchier forms.

Jojo Joss Sephie

Used on their own in the UK: Josie, Posy, Effie.

Quick questions

What is a good nickname for Josephine?
Popular nicknames for Josephine include Jo, Josie, Joey, Posy, Posie. The forms most Josephines answer to.

What is Josephine short for?
Josephine is the French feminine form of Joseph and a full name; Josie, Posy and Jo are short forms of it.

Wondering whether to put the short form on the certificate? Our nickname guide covers when to, and when not to.

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