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Yosias
Pronounced yoh-SEE-us /joʊˈsiː.əs/Medium
Meaning: A Spanish-influenced form of Josiah (Latin Josias), from Hebrew Yoshiyahu, the young reforming king of Judah. The name is usually read as 'the Lord heals' or 'the Lord supports'; readings differ, which we note.Low
History & Origin
Yosias is a form of Josiah, spelled the way Latin and Spanish Bibles render it (Josias). The Hebrew name Yoshiyahu belonged to a king of Judah who took the throne as a child and led a great religious reform. The name is usually read 'the Lord heals' or 'the Lord supports', though readings differ, which we note (said 'yoh-SEE-us').
It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S., far behind Josiah. Rare, biblical, and Spanish-flavored.
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What does the name Yosias mean?
Yosias is a form of Josiah, from Hebrew Yoshiyahu, usually read as 'the Lord heals' or 'the Lord supports'. Readings differ, which we note.
How do you pronounce Yosias?
It's said yoh-SEE-us /joʊˈsiː.əs/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Yosias a boy or girl name?
Yosias is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Yosias?
Yosias is a very rare name for boys in the U.S., far behind Josiah.