Boys name · New York
Josiah in New York
In 2025, 217 babies born in New York were named Josiah, making it the #83 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1917, add up to 7,307.
Popularity over time
Josiah in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 | #635 |
| 1981 | 8 | #845 |
| 1989 | 28 | #471 |
| 1996 | 62 | #273 |
| 2003 | 149 | #132 |
| 2010 | 272 | #87 |
| 2018 | 317 | #62 |
| 2025 | 217 | #83 |
The most Josiah births in New York in a single year was 350, in 2015. Josiah's highest rank in New York was #58, set in 2021.
Rank swung between #58 (2021) and #1199 (1976) in New York, from #635 in 1917 to #83 in 2025.
Nationally, Josiah's strongest state was New Mexico, where it hit #4 in 2016. See Josiah in every state →
How popular is Josiah in New York?
In 2025, 217 babies born in New York were named Josiah, making it the #83 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1917, add up to 7,307.
How many babies are named Josiah in New York?
New York recorded 217 births of babies named Josiah in 2025.
What is the rank of Josiah in New York?
Josiah ranked #83 among boys names in New York in 2025.
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.