Uzziah, a name of Hebrew origin, is derived from the verb "oz" which means "to be strong or powerful". It is also associated with the Uzziah, a king mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible, who ruled over Judah during the 8th century BCE. In some versions of the Bible, his name appears as Azariah. The name Uzziah has a distinctive and historic character, making it an uncommon yet significant choice for those wishing to bestow their child with a unique and meaningful moniker.
"Uzziah experienced a notable increase in popularity from the late '90s to the early 2020s, with births peaking at 97 in 2022 after starting off at just 8 in 1993. The name's highest popularity was seen between 2014 and 2022, averaging around 65-97 births per year."