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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Gift of God
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- JOH-ash
Joash is a Hebrew name meaning "gift of God," pronounced JOH-ash. It's a short, two-syllable name with a clear meaning behind it, which makes it an easy one to say, spell, and explain to others.
Meaning & Origin of Joash
Meaning: Gift of God.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Joash
JOH-ashIPA /ˈdʒoʊæʃ/
Popularity of Joash
Joash ranked #3829 in the U.S. in 2024, with 29 babies given the name that year. That is also its highest ranking in the Social Security data, which covers 1980 through 2024, so it's a rarely heard name that has never been more common than it is now.
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FAQ
What does the name Joash mean?
Gift of God. (Source: Wikipedia)
How do you pronounce Joash?
Joash is pronounced JOH-ash (IPA: /ˈdʒoʊæʃ/).
Is Joash a popular name right now?
Joash is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #3829 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1980–2024.)
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