"God supports, Yahweh supports"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Joziah
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"God heals"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Joziah
Joziah is a variant spelling of Josiah, derived from the Hebrew Yoshiyahu, meaning God supports or God heals. Josiah was a righteous king of Judah in the Hebrew Bible, known for religious reform and returning his people to monotheistic worship. The Z-spelling gives this ancient name a slightly fresher visual identity while maintaining its powerful biblical resonance.
Josiah and its variants have been rising steadily in the US as parents seek strong, traditional biblical names that feel less common than Jacob or Joshua. The unique Joziah spelling adds distinctiveness.
In biblical tradition, King Josiah is celebrated as one of the most righteous kings of Judah. He discovered the Book of the Law during temple renovations and instituted sweeping religious reforms, making the name a symbol of early wisdom and devotion.
Historical Record
Joziah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1995.
Over 5,140 babies have been named Joziah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Joziah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #990 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- King Josiah began his rule at just 8 years old, associated with wisdom beyond one's years
- Josiah Wedgwood, the famous English potter, gave this name industrial-era prestige
- The Joziah spelling with z is a contemporary American innovation
Joziah in Other Languages
French
Josias
German
Josias
Hebrew
יֹאשִׁיָּהוּ
Spanish
Josias
Portuguese
Josias
Popularity Over Time
#990
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Joziah
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Josiah Wedgwood
Business
1730
Founder of the Wedgwood pottery firm and grandfather of Charles Darwin
J
Josiah (King of Judah)
Religious
Biblical king of Judah who instituted major religious reforms, considered one of the righteous kings
J
Josiah Bartlet Fictional
Politician
Fictional President of the United States on the TV series The West Wing
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #990
- Total SSA Count
- 227
- Cultural Origins
- English American Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Jo
Joey
Zo
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Frequently Asked Questions About Joziah
What does the name Joziah mean?
"God supports, Yahweh supports" (from Hebrew). "God heals" (from Hebrew). Joziah is a variant spelling of Josiah, derived from the Hebrew Yoshiyahu, meaning God supports or God heals. Josiah was a righteous king of Judah in the Hebrew Bible, known for religious reform and returning his people to monotheistic worship. The Z-spelling gives this ancient name a slightly fresher visual identity while maintaining its powerful biblical resonance.
What is the origin of the name Joziah?
Joziah has Hebrew, English, American, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "God supports, Yahweh supports". In Hebrew, it means "God heals".
Is Joziah a boy or girl name?
Joziah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #990. As a girl name, it is ranked #43119. Joziah is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Joziah?
Joziah is currently ranked #990 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Joziah?
Common nicknames for Joziah include Joey.
What are good middle names for Joziah?
Popular middle name pairings include Joziah Michael, Joziah David, Joziah Alexander, Joziah James, Joziah Elias, Joziah Samuel, and Joziah Thomas.
What are good sibling names for Joziah?
Names that pair well with Joziah as siblings include Ezra, Elijah, Isaiah, Malachi, Miriam, Hannah, and Naomi.
How many syllables does Joziah have?
Joziah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Joziah a common or rare name?
Joziah is moderately common, ranked #990 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Joziah
Joziah is a boy name with English, American, and Christian origins . The name means "God supports, Yahweh supports" in Hebrew .
Is Joziah a boy or girl name? Joziah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #990 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #43,119. Joziah is more commonly used as a boy name.
Joziah is currently ranked #990 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Joziah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Joziah include Jo, Joey, and Zo. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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