God will add or Jehovah increases
Josyah is a modern creative spelling of the biblical name Josiah. It originates from the Hebrew name Yoshiyahu, which combines the elements 'yasha' (to save) or 'yasaph' (to add) with 'Yah' (the Lord). In the Old Testament, Josiah was a righteous King of Judah who instituted significant religious reforms.
About 12 boys were named Josyah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
