Gender Masculine
Usage Biblical
Scripts יוֹאָשׁ(Ancient Hebrew)
Pronounced Pron. /ˈd͡ʒoʊ.æʃ/(English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

From the Hebrew name יוֹאָשׁ (Yoʾash), possibly meaning "fire of Yahweh". In the Old Testament this name is borne by several characters including the father of Gideon, a king of Judah, and a son of King Ahab of Israel.

Related Names

RootsYahweh + ʾesh
VariantJehoash
Other Languages & CulturesYeho'ash, Yo'ash(Biblical Hebrew)

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Entry updated October 6, 2024