Boys name · Pennsylvania
Josiah in Pennsylvania
Josiah was the 63rd most popular boys name in Pennsylvania in 2025, with 183 babies named Josiah that year. Since 1912, Pennsylvania families have named 5,178 babies Josiah.
Popularity over time
Josiah in Pennsylvania, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 | 334th |
| 1928 | 6 | 513th |
| 1982 | 11 | 429th |
| 1991 | 52 | 193rd |
| 1999 | 68 | 163rd |
| 2008 | 168 | 91st |
| 2016 | 202 | 77th |
| 2025 | 183 | 63rd |
Its rank among boys names in Pennsylvania climbed from 334th in 1912 to 63rd in 2025.
The most babies named Josiah in Pennsylvania in a single year was 244, in 2017. Its best showing was 58th among boys names in 2017.
Across the country, Josiah reached its best rank of 4th in New Mexico (2016). See Josiah in every state →
How popular is Josiah in Pennsylvania?
Josiah was the 63rd most popular boys name in Pennsylvania in 2025, with 183 babies named Josiah that year. Since 1912, Pennsylvania families have named 5,178 babies Josiah.
How many babies are named Josiah in Pennsylvania?
In 2025, 183 babies were named Josiah in Pennsylvania. The most babies named Josiah in Pennsylvania in a single year was 244, in 2017.
What is the rank of Josiah in Pennsylvania?
Josiah ranked 63rd among boys names in Pennsylvania in 2025. Its best showing was 58th among boys names in 2017.
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.