Joash Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Joash is a Hebrew name meaning 'Yahweh has made.' It evolved from Yoash in the biblical context and has been used historically primarily due to its association with the King of Judah. The name is seen as traditional and holds biblical significance, although it is not widely popular in contemporary times.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Joash"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒoʊæʃ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Joash is derived from the Hebrew name יואש (Yoash), which means 'Yahweh has made.'
Meaning
Yahweh has made
Language Evolution
Yoash (Hebrew), Joash (English)
Biblical Background
Joash is a biblical name, associated with the King of Judah who reigned in the 9th century BCE.
Historical Usage
The name Joash gained popularity primarily due to its biblical significance, especially during the Protestant Reformation when biblical names became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Yoash, Joash
Modern Popularity & Image
Joash remains a relatively uncommon name today, often viewed as traditional and biblical.
Famous People
Joash, King of Judah, Joash in the Hebrew Bible
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Boy Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 29 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Pennsylvania
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Joash"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Joash"
"Joash" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11250th of 16616 | 23 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6570th of 24088 | 174 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5826th of 23106 | 181 |
Regional Popularity of "Joash" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
68.73% 3084th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Joash" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Joash"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Joash" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Joash" in the United States
The name Joash is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Joash has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Joash' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11250th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6570th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5826th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Joash' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.