Uzziah Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: uh-ZY-uh //əˈzaɪə//
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: My strength is Yahweh
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Uzziah has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the name עֻזִּיָּהוּ (Uzziah), which translates to "Yahweh is my strength." This name is composed of two elements: "Oz," meaning strength, and "Yah," a shortened form of Yahweh, the personal name of God in the Hebrew Bible. The name appears in various forms in ancient texts, transitioning through Greek as Οζίας (Ozias) and Latin as Uzzias before entering Old French and eventually becoming Uzziah in English.
Historically, Uzziah is notably associated with a king of Judah, who reigned during the 8th century BCE. This Uzziah, also known as Azariah, is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the books of 2 Kings and 2 Chronicles.
His reign is marked by significant military successes and the expansion of Judah's territory, as well as notable construction projects in Jerusalem. The biblical narrative highlights his initial faithfulness to God, which led to prosperity, but also his later downfall due to pride, culminating in his affliction with leprosy.
This story has been influential in Jewish and Christian traditions, serving as a moral lesson on the importance of humility and faithfulness. Culturally, the name Uzziah carries connotations of strength and divine support, reflecting its etymological roots.
It has been used in various religious contexts, often symbolizing the strength derived from faith in God. The name has also appeared in various historical texts and translations, including the King James Bible, which helped to solidify its presence in religious and literary traditions.
Uzziah's legacy continues to resonate in discussions of leadership and moral integrity, making it a name of enduring significance in biblical history.
Famous people named Uzziah
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Uzziah is a biblical figure best known for being a king of Judah who reigned during a time of prosperity and military success.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Uzziah was first seen in the United States in 1993.
Uzziah has ranked as high as #3631 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, North Carolina, and Tennessee.
In the past 5 years the name Uzziah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Uzziah is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Uzziah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Uzziah.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 64 | 64 | 0 |
| 2024 | 60 | 60 | 0 |
| 2023 | 65 | 65 | 0 |
| 2022 | 98 | 98 | 0 |
| 2021 | 79 | 79 | 0 |
| 2020 | 55 | 55 | 0 |
| 2019 | 58 | 58 | 0 |
| 2018 | 60 | 60 | 0 |
| 2017 | 39 | 39 | 0 |
| 2016 | 44 | 44 | 0 |
| 2015 | 49 | 49 | 0 |
| 2014 | 67 | 67 | 0 |
| 2013 | 52 | 52 | 0 |
| 2012 | 49 | 49 | 0 |
| 2011 | 38 | 38 | 0 |
| 2010 | 42 | 42 | 0 |
| 2009 | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| 2008 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 2007 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 2006 | 30 | 23 | 7 |
| 2005 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 2004 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 2003 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2002 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 2001 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2000 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1999 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1998 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1997 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1993 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
Top States for Uzziah (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 | |
| CA | 5 |