Toshia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTOH-shee-uh / /ˈtoʊʃiə/Japanese; Hebrew
Meaning
Japanese: 'toshiyuki' meaning 'to be wise'; Hebrew: 'Toshia' meaning 'salvation'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, names often reflect virtues or desirable traits, with Toshia being associated with wisdom. The Hebrew origin connects the name to themes of salvation, which is significant in various religious contexts. The name is relatively uncommon, making it unique in both cultures. It may also be seen as a modern adaptation of traditional names.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Toshia was first seen in the United States in 1963. Toshia has ranked as high as #1028 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in Ohio, North Carolina, California, Texas, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Toshia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Toshia (1993)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 33 |
| 1970 | 30 |
| 1971 | 50 |
| 1972 | 58 |
| 1973 | 53 |
| 1974 | 54 |
| 1975 | 59 |
| 1976 | 62 |
| 1977 | 53 |
| 1978 | 47 |
| 1979 | 55 |
| 1980 | 47 |
| 1981 | 45 |
| 1982 | 37 |
| 1983 | 45 |
| 1984 | 39 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 44 |
| 1987 | 44 |
| 1988 | 47 |
| 1989 | 40 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 5 |