Josia: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ohs-ee-ah
Origin: Israel
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Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: God helps

The name Josia is a variant of Josiah, also originating from Hebrew. It means "God helps" and has been used in various forms throughout history. The name Josia is less commonly used than Josiah but still carries the same spiritual significance. It has been associated with biblical figures and has been used in different cultures to signify divine support. The name's popularity has waxed and waned over time, influenced by cultural and religious trends. Despite its less frequent use, Josia remains an important name due to its rich historical and cultural context.

Josia Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Josia is currently #23037 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Josia is currently #9875 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Josia is currently #11216 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Josia is currently #4868 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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