Josaiah

“The Lord supports, The Lord saves”

USA origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7491US 2023

11Births / yr

↓Falling

377All-time births

📅 Since 199600

How to pronounce Josaiah

JOH·ZEYE·AH

/ˈdʒoʊ.ˈzaɪ.ˈɑ/ · stress on JOH · 4 syllables

“The Lord supports, The Lord saves”

USA origin · Boy name

What does Josaiah mean and where does it come from?

Josaiah is a variant of the name Josiah. The name is derived from the Hebrew name יֹאשִׁיָּהוּ (Yoshiyahu) meaning 'Yahweh has healed'. The name Josiah appears in the Old Testament, referring to a king of Judah noted for his religious reforms. The name grew in popularity in English-speaking countrie

Cultural significance

Josaiah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in USA-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the lord supports, the lord saves.

Peak popularity

Reached #4131 in 2008 — currently #7491 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Josaiah?

Josaiah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Josaiah Grace

How popular is Josaiah right now?

Falling — down 1760 spots — currently #7491 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#7491 · Top 5.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7491	11	▼ down 1760 · -31% births
2022	#5731	16	▼ down 71
2021	#5660	16	▼ down 540 · -11% births
2020	#5120	18	▲ up 539 · +13% births
2015	#5659	16	▼ down 1176 · -27% births
2010	#4483	22	▲ up 124 · +16% births
2005	#4607	19	▲ up 1667 · +73% births
2000	#6274	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Josaiah

Best Year2010Rank #4483

Peak Count22

Average Rank#5628

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Josaiah

Josaiah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1996. With 377 total births recorded, Josaiah remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6274 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7491 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Josaiah in 2008:

Jacob Michael Ethan Joshua Daniel

Josaiah by decade

Josaiah peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	29
2000s	162
2010s ★	168
2020s	18

💎Josaiah has only 377 total recorded births since 1996 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Josaiah?

Common

JosJosieJosyOsaiah

What names sound and feel like Josaiah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Josaiah also consider these

Jozaiah

USA · יוזיה - Yahweh

Joseiah

Hebrew · Jehovah has healed

Joshiah

Hebrew · God is salvation

Josiah

Hebrew · Yahweh has healed

Osaiah

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Josaiah

What does the name Josaiah mean?

Josaiah means "The Lord supports, The Lord saves" — a name rooted in USA tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Josaiah?

Josaiah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Josaiah?

Josaiah originates from USA tradition. USA names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Josaiah?

Josaiah is a four-syllable name pronounced JH OW1 Z AY1 AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Josaiah?

Josaiah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar USA heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.