Jasiah is a modern English variant of Josiah, a name of Hebrew origin meaning "Yahweh supports." The root name Josiah derives from the Hebrew יֹאשִׁיָהוּ (Yoshiyahu), composed of the element ʾashya (support) and yah, referring to the God of Israel. In the Old Testament, Josiah was a king of Judah noted for his religious reforms and his death at the Battle of Megiddo in the 7th century BC. After the Protestant Reformation, the name Josiah came into use in England and spread to other English-speaking countries. While Josiah has long been established in the English-speaking world, Jasiah is a more recent respelling that has emerged in the 21st century, likely influenced by the trend of unique name spellings and possibly by celebrities bearing the name. Jasiah entered American Top 1000 baby names in 2015 and has slowly risen in popularity, particularly in the broader context of names like Josiah that end in "iah" or "yah" (related to Yahweh). Notable Bearer Beyond everyday usage, Jasiah is also the stage name of Malachi-Phree Jasiah Pate (born 1996), an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer from Dayton, Ohio, signed to Atlantic Records. He began making beats in 2011 and gained attention with his song "HaHaHaHa" after Ugly God shared it on Twitter in 2017. His music often features screaming vocals and dark lyrics. He released the debut album Jasiah I Am in 2019 and the single "Case 19" in collaboration with 6ix9ine. This public figure has contributed to the name's visibility, especially among younger generations. Related Names Josiah: Biblical and English form, the direct source of Jasiah. Joziah: Another modern variant similar to Jasiah.