Rising since 2020, #3,036 for boys today.
Popularity of Oseias since 2016
Babies named Oseias per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 178 |
| 2020s | 155 |
Meaning & origin
Oseias entered the U.S. baby name charts in 2016, ranking 3,036th in 2024 with an estimated 1-in-42,702 occurrence among newborn boys. Its peak popularity came in 2017, and since 2020 it has been on a steady rise, reflecting growing interest in Portuguese and biblical names. The name's top state is Texas, which aligns with the state's large Hispanic and Portuguese-speaking communities. As a Portuguese form of the prophet Hosea, Oseias offers a distinctive yet meaningful option for parents seeking a name with strong biblical roots and cultural resonance.
Oseias is the Portuguese form of the Hebrew name Hosea, which is derived from the root meaning 'salvation' or 'Yahweh saves'. In the Old Testament, Hosea was a prophet in the 8th century BC. The name is well known in Portuguese-speaking countries, especially Brazil, and has seen sporadic use in the United States among families of Portuguese or Brazilian heritage.
Where Oseias is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Oseias
Names that share Oseias's style, for a brother or sister.
