Josiya
boy nameJosiya entered the US charts in 2008, peaked at #8158 in 2012, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2008–2025
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rank today
#8158
peak (2012)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #9871 |
| 2010s | #9849 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Josiya are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Josiya alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Josiya in 2025?
- Josiya is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Josiya most popular?
- Josiya peaked in 2012, reaching #8158 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Josiya with classmates?
- Josiya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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