Osiah
About Osiah
Osiah is a masculine name that appears to be a modern variation of the biblical name Josiah, after removing the initial 'J' sound. Josiah derives from Hebrew origins meaning 'God supports' or 'God heals.' Osiah maintains these spiritual connotations while creating a more distinctive sound. The name has gained limited usage in recent decades, particularly among families seeking biblical connections with a contemporary twist. Its rhythm and ending sound align with popular biblical names like Isaiah and Jeremiah. While Osiah remains relatively uncommon in mainstream naming records, it fits well with current trends favoring vowel-rich, Old Testament-inspired names with a refreshed style. The name projects strength and spiritual depth in a compact form.
Pronounced O-sy-uh.
As of October 2026, Osiah ranked #2508 in US births in 2025 SSA.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | #4,437 | 23 | 12.8 |
| 2020 | #3,706 | 29 | 16.8 |
| 2021 | #3,792 | 29 | 16.6 |
| 2022 | #3,321 | 36 | 20.6 |
| 2023 | #3,040 | 41 | 24 |
| 2024 | #2,582 | 52 | 30.2 |
| 2025 | #2,508 | 54 | 31.6 |