Josiah
girl name#7885 in 2025Josiah entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #5798 in 2019, ranks #7885 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
#7885
rank today
#5798
peak (2019)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #8630 |
| 1990s | #8934 |
| 2000s | #7630 |
| 2010s | #7881 |
| 2020s | #9773 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Josiah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Josiah alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Josiah in 2025?
- Josiah ranks #7885 among US girl names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Josiah most popular?
- Josiah peaked in 2019, reaching #5798 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Josiah with classmates?
- Josiah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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