Holding steady.
Popularity of Blossie since 1910
Babies named Blossie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Blossie's real moment was 1910.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 65 |
| 1920s | 48 |
| 1930s | 47 |
| 1940s | 26 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Blossie is a name that bloomed briefly in the early 20th century, first recorded in 1910 when it saw its only notable usage, reaching a peak in that same year. After 1910, the name quickly faded from use, and it has not appeared in any subsequent Social Security Administration data. With a trajectory classified as 'stable' due to minimal variation, Blossie remains a historical curiosity. Its top states were none recorded, indicating very small numbers even at its peak. For parents seeking a truly unique floral name with a vintage feel, Blossie offers a sweet and understated option, though modern popularity is virtually nonexistent.
Blossie is a diminutive of the English vocabulary word 'blossom', referring to a flower or a period of flowering. It emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a nickname or pet name, often used as a given name in its own right. The name reflects the Victorian fashion for floral and nature-inspired names, though it never achieved widespread popularity and remained rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bloss, Lossie
Variants: Blossy
Sibling names for Blossie
Names that share Blossie's style, for a brother or sister.
