Joziah
Meaning of Joziah
Joziah offers a contemporary twist on the Old Testament classic Josiah, which stems from the Hebrew Yoshiyahu—“Yahweh supports.” By swapping in a sleek “z,” the name grants a brisk modern edge to a venerable biblical king without straying too far from familiar English phonetics (joh-ZY-uh). In the United States, Joziah has traced a gentle yet steady ascent since the mid-1990s, moving from single-digit annual births to just over two hundred in 2024; even so, its rank hovering around the 600s keeps it comfortably out of the classroom echo chamber. The name’s blend of historical gravitas and subtle unconventionality appeals to parents who like their tradition with a discreet splash of flair. While no headline-making bearers have yet emerged, the melodic “-iah” ending slots neatly alongside popular choices like Isaiah and Jeremiah, suggesting Joziah can stand shoulder to shoulder with its more established cousins—only with an extra consonant’s worth of quiet confidence.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as joh-ZY-uh (/dʒoʊˈzaɪ.ə/)
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