Josiah

Saints named Josiah

• Right-Believing JosiahSixteenth king of Judah, who renewed the covenant with the Lord and cleansed the land of idols.
• JRMartyr Josiah of RomeMarch 20Martyr of Rome, who suffered for Christ.

Questions

I.When is the name day of Josiah?

The name day of Josiah is March 20, the feast of Right-Believing Josiah.

II.Which saints bore the name Josiah?

The Sinaxarion archive holds 2 saints named Josiah, with their lives and icons.

III.Is Josiah a good baptismal name?

Yes. Josiah is the name of a saint of the Orthodox Church, so the child will have Right-Believing Josiah as patron.