Hosea
hoh-ZAY-uh
Hosea is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Hosea is a Hebrew name meaning 'salvation'. It is also the name of a Hebrew prophet in the Old Testament.”. It currently ranks #2343 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1925.
What Hosea Means
“Hosea is a Hebrew name meaning 'salvation'. It is also the name of a Hebrew prophet in the Old Testament.”
The Story of Hosea
Whisper this name, meaning 'salvation,' and feel the ancient comfort it offered a prophet, now waiting to embrace your son.
Hosea is a profoundly spiritual Hebrew name meaning 'salvation.' It is famously borne by one of the Old Testament prophets, who delivered God's message of enduring love and redemption in ancient Israel. This name has resonated through religious history, signifying hope and divine deliverance for centuries.
The name 'Hosea' carries a gentle yet powerful resonance, evoking a sense of deep compassion and quiet wisdom. When you write 'Hosea' on your son's first onesie, it feels like bestowing a blessing of peace and understanding. It’s a name for a child you imagine will be innately empathetic, offering comfort and hope to those around him.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Hosea Williams
American civil rights leader and politician
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#74 in 1925
Total Births
5,434
First Recorded
1880
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