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Oseias

♂ Boy

Pronounced oh-ZAY-us /oʊˈzeɪ.əs/High

Meaning: Portuguese form of Hosea, from Hebrew Hoshea meaning 'salvation' or 'God saves'High

In 30 seconds: Oseias is the Brazilian Portuguese form of Hosea, the Hebrew prophet whose name means 'salvation' or 'God saves.' Common in Brazil's Evangelical Christian communities, it carries deep Old Testament resonance with a sonorous, distinctive sound.
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Origin HighHebrew, Portuguese
MeaningPortuguese form of Hosea, from Hebrew Hoshea meaning 'salvation' or 'God saves'
U.S. rank (2024)#3192 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births38 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 293

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201720162024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Oseias is the Portuguese rendering of Hosea (Hebrew: הוֹשֵׁעַ, Hoshea), meaning 'salvation' or 'God has saved,' from the verb yasha (to save). Hosea was an 8th-century BCE Hebrew prophet whose book opens the section of the Minor Prophets. The name is the same root as Joshua and Jesus (Yeshua). In Portuguese-speaking Christian communities, particularly in Brazil, Oseias has been used as a given name in honour of the prophet.

Oseias is found predominantly in Brazil, particularly in Evangelical Protestant and Pentecostal communities that embrace Old Testament names. It is rare in Portugal and almost unknown outside the Lusophone world. The name's strong biblical connection makes it a meaningful choice for devout Christian families.

Did you know? The Hebrew prophet Hosea (Oseias in Portuguese) wrote one of the most emotionally intense books of the Old Testament, using his own troubled marriage as a metaphor for God's faithful love for Israel — making the name carry profound theological weight.
Overall data confidence 89%
Behind the Name — Hosea — Hebrew etymology from Hoshea meaning salvationBook of Hosea (Hebrew Bible/Old Testament) — Primary biblical source for the prophet Hosea

Variations

HoseaOseasOzias

Nicknames

OsOseSei

Famous Bearers

  • ★Hosea (8th century BCE)
    Hebrew prophet of the 8th century BCE and the nominal author of the Book of Hosea, the first of the Twelve Minor Prophets of the Old Testament (Oseias is the Portuguese form of Hosea).

If you like Oseias…

Hosea— the Hebrew original and English form of the same name
Josias— Portuguese form of Josiah, fellow Old Testament prophet name in Brazil
Isaias— Portuguese form of Isaiah, another Minor Prophet name popular in Brazil
Jeremias— Portuguese form of Jeremiah, same Old Testament prophet naming tradition

Frequently Asked

What does the name Oseias mean?

Oseias is the Portuguese form of Hosea, a Hebrew name meaning 'salvation' or 'God saves,' from the verb yasha. It shares its root with Joshua and Jesus.

How do you pronounce Oseias?

Oseias is pronounced oh-ZAY-us /oʊˈzeɪ.əs/ — three syllables with stress on the second.

Is Oseias a boy or girl name?

Oseias is exclusively a boy's name.

How popular is Oseias?

Oseias is used primarily in Brazil, particularly in Evangelical Christian communities, where Old Testament prophet names are popular. It is rare outside the Lusophone world.