Brother of Jehovah; the Lord is brother
Joah is a rare Hebrew name that appears several times in the Old Testament, most notably as a recorder for King Hezekiah. It combines the Hebrew elements 'Yo' (referring to God) and 'Ach' (meaning brother), suggesting a close, familial relationship with the divine.
About 74 boys were named Joah in 2025.
Son of Asaph and chronicler for King Hezekiah in the Bible
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
