Boys name · Michigan
Josiah in Michigan
Josiah was the 65th most popular boys name in Michigan in 2025, with 133 babies named Josiah that year. Since 1978, Michigan families have named 3,889 babies Josiah.
Popularity over time
Josiah in Michigan, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 7 | 570th |
| 1985 | 18 | 320th |
| 1991 | 34 | 259th |
| 1998 | 64 | 170th |
| 2005 | 96 | 125th |
| 2012 | 128 | 89th |
| 2018 | 172 | 63rd |
| 2025 | 133 | 65th |
Its rank among boys names in Michigan climbed from 570th in 1978 to 65th in 2025.
The most babies named Josiah in Michigan in a single year was 202, in 2016. Its best showing was 49th among boys names in 2020.
Across the country, Josiah reached its best rank of 4th in New Mexico (2016). See Josiah in every state →
How popular is Josiah in Michigan?
Josiah was the 65th most popular boys name in Michigan in 2025, with 133 babies named Josiah that year. Since 1978, Michigan families have named 3,889 babies Josiah.
How many babies are named Josiah in Michigan?
In 2025, 133 babies were named Josiah in Michigan. The most babies named Josiah in Michigan in a single year was 202, in 2016.
What is the rank of Josiah in Michigan?
Josiah ranked 65th among boys names in Michigan in 2025. Its best showing was 49th among boys names in 2020.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.