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Name Origin

The name Josias is of Hebrew origin and comes from the name יוֹשִׁיָּה (Yohasiah). It means 'Yahweh supports' or 'God sustains'. It was a popular name in ancient Israel, with several biblical figures bearing this name, including a King of Judah.

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