Hoshea
Jehovah is Salvation
Pronunciation: hoh-SHEE-uh (/hoʊˈʃiːə/)
What does Hoshea mean?
Derived from the Hebrew words יָהוָה (YHWH), meaning 'Jehovah' and שעָה (sa'ah), meaning 'salvation'. In the Old Testament, Hoshea was the last king of the Northern Kingdom of Israel before the Assyrian exile.
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How to pronounce Hoshea
Numerology & personality
Leadership and independence
Spiritual & cultural context
Symbolizes God's saving grace and protection
Hoshea was a significant king in Israelite history as he ruled during the tumultuous period leading up to the Assyrian exile. He was the last king of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, which had been repeatedly conquered and regained its independence several times. During Hoshea's reign, the region was once again invaded and this time, the Israelites were exiled to Assyria. The name Hoshea, which means 'salvation', might have been a prophetic reminder of the ultimate salvation that would come through the Messiah.
Scriptural & traditional roots
Biblical scripture: 2 Kings 15:32, 17:1 (2 Kings 15:32)
Popularity of Hoshea by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | IT | 74 | 2024 |
| Brazil | BR | 55 | 2024 |
| United States | US | 49 | 2024 |
| Germany | DE | 56 | 2024 |