Boys name · New York
Josiah in New York
Josiah was the 83rd most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 217 babies named Josiah that year. Since 1917, New York families have named 7,307 babies Josiah.
Popularity over time
Josiah in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 | 635th |
| 1981 | 8 | 845th |
| 1989 | 28 | 471st |
| 1996 | 62 | 273rd |
| 2003 | 149 | 132nd |
| 2010 | 272 | 87th |
| 2018 | 317 | 62nd |
| 2025 | 217 | 83rd |
Its rank among boys names in New York climbed from 635th in 1917 to 83rd in 2025.
The most babies named Josiah in New York in a single year was 350, in 2015. Its best showing was 58th among boys names in 2021.
Across the country, Josiah reached its best rank of 4th in New Mexico (2016). See Josiah in every state →
How popular is Josiah in New York?
Josiah was the 83rd most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 217 babies named Josiah that year. Since 1917, New York families have named 7,307 babies Josiah.
How many babies are named Josiah in New York?
In 2025, 217 babies were named Josiah in New York. The most babies named Josiah in New York in a single year was 350, in 2015.
What is the rank of Josiah in New York?
Josiah ranked 83rd among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 58th among boys names in 2021.
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.