"the Lord supports"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Josias
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A rare Puritan variant of Josiah with kingly biblical heritage
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The Story of Josias
Josias is the Latin and Greek form of Josiah, from the Hebrew Yoshiyahu, meaning may Yahweh heal or God supports. In the Hebrew Bible, Josiah was a righteous king of Judah who reigned in the 7th century BCE and is praised for restoring worship of God and discovering the lost Book of the Law. The name was widely used in Puritan England and colonial America.
Josias was more common in Puritan and colonial-era America than it is today. While the core name Josiah has seen a major revival in the US in the 2010s-2020s, the -as ending variant Josias remains rare and distinctive.
King Josiah is one of the most positively portrayed rulers in the Hebrew Bible. His reign represents spiritual renewal and return to ancient faith, making this name carry deep biblical resonance for Christian and Jewish families.
Historical Record
Josias first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 3,267 babies have been named Josias in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Josias is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,043 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- King Josiah of Judah began his reign at age 8, one of the youngest kings in the Hebrew Bible
- Josias was used by several colonial American Puritan families in the 1600s and 1700s
Josias in Other Languages
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Hebrew
יֹאשִׁיָּהוּ
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Popularity Over Time
#1,043
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Josias
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Josias Simler
Religious
1530
Swiss Protestant theologian and humanist scholar in Zurich
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Josiah (King of Judah)
Royalty
King of Judah circa 640-609 BCE, celebrated in the Hebrew Bible for his religious reforms and rediscovery of the Torah
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,043
- Total SSA Count
- 212
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Christian German Portuguese
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Joe
Jos
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Frequently Asked Questions About Josias
What does the name Josias mean?
"the Lord supports" (from Hebrew). Josias is the Latin and Greek form of Josiah, from the Hebrew Yoshiyahu, meaning may Yahweh heal or God supports. In the Hebrew Bible, Josiah was a righteous king of Judah who reigned in the 7th century BCE and is praised for restoring worship of God and discovering the lost Book of the Law. The name was widely used in Puritan England and colonial America.
What is the origin of the name Josias?
Josias has Hebrew, Christian, German, and Portuguese origins. In Hebrew, it means "the Lord supports".
Is Josias a boy or girl name?
Josias is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Josias?
Josias is currently ranked #1043 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Josias?
Common nicknames for Josias include Joe, Jos, and Josie.
What are good middle names for Josias?
Popular middle name pairings include Josias Michael, Josias David, Josias James, Josias Samuel, Josias Benjamin, Josias Elijah, and Josias Nathan.
What are good sibling names for Josias?
Names that pair well with Josias as siblings include Miriam, Abigail, Ezra, Samuel, Naomi, Hannah, Elijah, and Rebekah.
How many syllables does Josias have?
Josias has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Josias a common or rare name?
Josias is an uncommon name, ranked #1043 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Josias
Josias is a boy name with Hebrew, Christian, German, and Portuguese origins . The name means "the Lord supports" in Hebrew .
Josias is currently ranked #1,043 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Josias has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Josias include Joe, Jos, and Josie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Josias include Josiah, Josiel, Josiyah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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