Yosiah

Boy Name #2,945 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

A royal biblical name meaning God supports

American Christian Hebrew African-American

Spiritual Traditional Strong Classic

Meaning & Origin

"God supports, God heals"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

"fire of Yahweh"

Origin: Biblical Hebrew

Language: Ancient Hebrew

The Story of Yosiah

Yosiah is a variant spelling of Josiah, a Hebrew name meaning 'God supports' or 'fire of the Lord.' In the Hebrew Bible, Josiah was one of the great kings of Judah, ascending to the throne at age eight and reigning for 31 years. He was celebrated for restoring the worship of Yahweh and discovering the Book of the Law in the Temple. The 'Y' spelling variant reflects the original Hebrew pronunciation more closely.

Josiah has been growing steadily in popularity since the 2000s, driven by a revival of Old Testament names in American Christian communities. Yosiah, while less common, follows this same trend and adds a slightly more unusual spelling that appeals to parents wanting something distinctive.

King Josiah is considered one of the righteous kings in Jewish and Christian scripture. The name has particular resonance in Christian evangelical and African-American communities where biblical names carry deep spiritual meaning.

Fun Facts

King Josiah is described in 2 Kings as having 'turned to God with all his heart, soul, and strength' — the highest praise in the Bible
Josiah began his reign as king of Judah at the age of eight, making him one of the youngest biblical rulers
The name is currently in the US top 100 baby names

Yosiah in Other Languages

Arabic يوشيا

French Josias

German Josia

Hebrew יֹאשִׁיָּהוּ (Yoshiyahu)

Spanish Josías

Famous People Named Yosiah

King Josiah

Royalty

Biblical king of Judah who reigned c. 640–609 BCE, celebrated for his religious reforms and discovery of the Book of the...

Biblical king of Judah who reigned c. 640–609 BCE, celebrated for his religious reforms and discovery of the Book of the Law

Josiah Bartlet Fictional

Politician

Fictional President of the United States in the TV series The West Wing, played by Martin Sheen

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #2,945
Total SSA Count: 43
Cultural Origins: American Christian Hebrew African-American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Yo Siah Yosi

Pairs Well With

Yosiah James Yosiah Elijah Yosiah Emmanuel Yosiah David Yosiah Alexander Yosiah Michael

Sibling Names

Isaiah Ezekiel Malachi Miriam Naomi Zara Ezra

Similar Names

Josie Rosie Sophie Jesse Joseph Isaac Moses Elijah

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yosiah

What does the name Yosiah mean?

"God supports, God heals" (from Hebrew). "fire of Yahweh" (from Biblical Hebrew). Yosiah is a variant spelling of Josiah, a Hebrew name meaning 'God supports' or 'fire of the Lord.' In the Hebrew Bible, Josiah was one of the great kings of Judah, ascending to the throne at age eight and reigning for 31 years. He was celebrated for restoring the worship of Yahweh and discovering the Book of the Law in the Temple. The 'Y' spelling variant reflects the original Hebrew pronunciation more closely.

What is the origin of the name Yosiah?

Yosiah has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, American, Christian, and African-American origins. In Hebrew, it means "God supports, God heals". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "fire of Yahweh".

Is Yosiah a boy or girl name?

Yosiah is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Yosiah?

Yosiah is currently ranked #2945 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Yosiah?

Common nicknames for Yosiah include Yo, Siah, and Yosi.

What are good middle names for Yosiah?

Popular middle name pairings include Yosiah James, Yosiah Elijah, Yosiah Emmanuel, Yosiah David, Yosiah Alexander, and Yosiah Michael.

What are good sibling names for Yosiah?

Names that pair well with Yosiah as siblings include Isaiah, Ezekiel, Malachi, Miriam, Naomi, Zara, and Ezra.

How many syllables does Yosiah have?

Yosiah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Yosiah a common or rare name?

Yosiah is an uncommon name, ranked #2945 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Yosiah

Yosiah is a boy name with American, Christian, Hebrew, and African-American origins . The name means "God supports, God heals" in Hebrew .

Yosiah is currently ranked #2,945 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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

Common nicknames for Yosiah include Yo, Siah, and Yosi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.