Declining since 2019, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Josyah since 2004
Babies named Josyah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 98 |
| 2010s | 267 |
| 2020s | 117 |
Meaning & origin
Josyah is a modern respelling of the biblical Josiah, first recorded in U.S. birth data in 2004. Its popularity peaked in 2020, before beginning a gradual decline; by 2025, it ranked 6,803, with only a 1-in-142,340 occurrence rate. The name has not been recorded in any top state, reflecting its scattered use. Its trajectory has been falling since 2019, suggesting it remains a niche choice, likely favored by parents seeking a distinctive alternative to the more established Josiah.
Josyah is a modern respelling of the Hebrew name Josiah (Yoshiyahu), which combines yahweh and a verb meaning 'to support' or 'to heal.' The name entered English usage via the Bible and has been widely used since the Protestant Reformation. The spelling variation with a 'y' reflects contemporary English name fashion, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jo, Jos, Sy
Sibling names for Josyah
Names that share Josyah's style, for a brother or sister.
