Name Profile
Josiah
“God supports and heals” — Hebrew
About Josiah
A handsome Biblical choice, Josiah is a deeply rooted Hebrew name that feels remarkably fresh today. Meaning "God supports and heals," it carries a profound sense of comfort, faith, and gentle strength. Its melodic, soft-spoken style makes it a wonderful alternative to more common traditional boy names.
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Popularity in the U.S.
Josiah ranks #53 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 5,457 births..
Josiah popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Josiah had 5,457 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 6,667 | #57 |
| 2016 | 7,001 | #55 |
| 2017 | 7,038 | #51 |
| 2018 | 6,642 | #53 |
| 2019 | 6,794 | #45 |
| 2020 | 6,077 | #50 |
| 2021 | 6,146 | #49 |
| 2022 | 5,825 | #51 |
| 2023 | 5,430 | #53 |
| 2024 | 5,457 | #53 |
Middle Name Ideas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Josiah mean?
Josiah is commonly linked to the meaning God supports and heals and is associated with Hebrew roots.
Is Josiah a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Josiah ranks #53 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 5,457 births..
What are common nicknames for Josiah?
Popular nicknames include Josi, Jos, Josie, Josy, Siah.