Jasiah

Boy Name #471 Most Popular Rising 3 Syllables

A modern twist on the name of one of Israel's greatest kings

African-American Christian American

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Meaning & Origin

"healed by God"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

The Story of Jasiah

Jasiah is a modern American variant of Josiah, an ancient Hebrew name meaning God supports or healed by God. The Hebrew Yoshiyahu combines 'yo' (a form of Yahweh, God) and 'shua' (to support, save, or heal). In the Bible, Josiah was one of Judah's most righteous kings who reigned in the 7th century BC, famous for his religious reforms and rediscovery of the Book of the Law. Jasiah respells the traditional name with a J to create a fresher, more modern sound.

Jasiah emerged in US birth records in the 2000s and 2010s, part of a trend of creating variations on classic biblical names like Josiah, Isaiah, and Elijah. The name appeals particularly to African-American Christian families who want the spiritual heritage of Josiah with a more unique spelling.

King Josiah of Judah is celebrated in the Hebrew Bible as one of the greatest reformer kings, who at age 8 began purging idolatry from his kingdom and championed a return to God's covenant. The name carries this legacy of spiritual leadership and devotion.

Fun Facts

King Josiah of Judah began his reign at age 8, one of the youngest kings in biblical history
Josiah/Jasiah follows the pattern of -iah ending names that have been rising in popularity: Isaiah, Elijah, Jeremiah, Malachi

Jasiah in Other Languages

Arabic يوشيا

French Josias

Hebrew יֹאשִׁיָּהוּ

Spanish Josías

Famous People Named Jasiah

Josiah (King of Judah)

Royalty

Biblical king of Judah who began his reign at age 8 and led a great religious reformation in the 7th century BC, celebra...

Biblical king of Judah who began his reign at age 8 and led a great religious reformation in the 7th century BC, celebrated as one of Judah's most righteous rulers

Josiah Bartlet Fictional

Politician

Fictional President of the United States in the TV series The West Wing (1999-2006), a Nobel Prize-winning economist and...

Fictional President of the United States in the TV series The West Wing (1999-2006), a Nobel Prize-winning economist and devout Catholic, played by Martin Sheen

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #471
Total SSA Count: 654
Cultural Origins: African-American Christian American
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Jasiel #788 Jasir #1621 Jasier #3093

Common Nicknames

Jas Siah

Pairs Well With

Jasiah Emmanuel Jasiah David Jasiah James Jasiah Alexander Jasiah Elijah Jasiah Marcus Jasiah Isaiah

Sibling Names

Josiah Isaiah Malachi Elijah Zion Amara Aaliyah

Also a Girl Name

Jasiah is also used as a girl name, ranked #7452.

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Similar Names

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jasiah

What does the name Jasiah mean?

"healed by God" (from Hebrew). Jasiah is a modern American variant of Josiah, an ancient Hebrew name meaning God supports or healed by God. The Hebrew Yoshiyahu combines 'yo' (a form of Yahweh, God) and 'shua' (to support, save, or heal). In the Bible, Josiah was one of Judah's most righteous kings who reigned in the 7th century BC, famous for his religious reforms and rediscovery of the Book of the Law. Jasiah respells the traditional name with a J to create a fresher, more modern sound.

What is the origin of the name Jasiah?

Jasiah has Hebrew, African-American, Christian, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "healed by God".

Is Jasiah a boy or girl name?

Jasiah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #471. As a girl name, it is ranked #7452. Jasiah is more commonly used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Jasiah?

Jasiah is currently ranked #471 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Jasiah?

Common nicknames for Jasiah include Jas and Siah.

What are good middle names for Jasiah?

Popular middle name pairings include Jasiah Emmanuel, Jasiah David, Jasiah James, Jasiah Alexander, Jasiah Elijah, Jasiah Marcus, and Jasiah Isaiah.

What are good sibling names for Jasiah?

Names that pair well with Jasiah as siblings include Josiah, Isaiah, Malachi, Elijah, Zion, Amara, and Aaliyah.

How many syllables does Jasiah have?

Jasiah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Jasiah a common or rare name?

Jasiah is a popular name, ranked #471 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.

About the Name Jasiah

Jasiah is a boy name with African-American, Christian, and American origins . The name means "healed by God" in Hebrew .

Is Jasiah a boy or girl name? Jasiah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #471 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #7,452. Jasiah is more commonly used as a boy name.

Jasiah is currently ranked #471 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Jasiah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Jasiah include Jas and Siah. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Jasiah include Jasiel, Jasir, Jasier . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.