About Posy
The surname Posy is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "posy" or "poesy," which refers to a short motto or inscription, often found on a ring or other piece of jewelry. It is believed that the surname Posy was originally given to someone who was associated with the making or selling of such items, or perhaps to someone who frequently used or quoted poetic phrases. Over time, the surname Posy has evolved and may also have been given as a nickname to someone who had a poetic or romantic nature.
The surname Posy is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Posy based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Posy is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Posy in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Posy using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.