Joash Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOH-ash / /ˈdʒoʊ.æʃ/Hebrew
Meaning
Yahweh has given
Historical & Cultural Background
Joash is a name of Hebrew origin, found in the Old Testament of the Bible. It is associated with a king of Judah who reigned during a time of religious reform. The name reflects themes of divine providence and gift-giving. Joash is sometimes used in modern contexts, particularly within religious communities.
Trend Summary
Joash has remained relatively uncommon in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Joas
- Joash
International Variants
- Joas (Dutch)
- Joachim (German)
Famous people named Joash
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Joash was first seen in the United States in 1980. Joash has ranked as high as #1331 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Joash has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Joash (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 7 | |
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 29 |