Rising since 1989, #2,941 for boys today.
Popularity of Mosiah since 1989
Babies named Mosiah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 66 |
| 2000s | 183 |
| 2010s | 307 |
| 2020s | 237 |
Meaning & origin
Mosiah is a biblical-sounding name from the Book of Mormon, first recorded in U.S. data in 1989. It reached its peak rank of 2,941 in 2025, with roughly 1 in 40,668 boys receiving the name that year. The name has been steadily rising in popularity since its first appearance, reflecting increased use within Mormon communities. California, the top state for Mosiah, has a large Latter-day Saint population. As a modern coinage tied to scripture, Mosiah carries religious significance without pre-existing cultural baggage.
Mosiah is a name from the Book of Mormon, a sacred text of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons). It appears as the name of two prophets. The derivation is uncertain; it may be a variant of Moses with a Hebrew ending, or a neologism by Joseph Smith. Since the late 20th century, it has been used among Mormon families as a given name.
Where Mosiah is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mo, Si
Sibling names for Mosiah
Names that share Mosiah's style, for a brother or sister.
