yo.ach is a personal name borne by individuals in genealogical lists and official narratives.

The attested proper-noun use names individuals in family lists and narratives: Joah is listed among Obed-edom’s sons, appears in Levitical descent and service contexts, and identifies an official who accompanies other royal representatives.

1. Personal name in lists and narratives · dominant

   The supplied form is tagged as a proper noun throughout. In 1 Chronicles 26:4 the APB renders Joah as Obed-edom’s third son; in 2 Chronicles 29:12 it names both Joah son of Zimmah and Eden’s father. In 2 Kings 18:18 the APB renders Joah son of Asaph as the recorder who comes out with Eliakim and Shebna, while 2 Chronicles 34:8 names Joah son of Joahaz among those sent to strengthen the house.

   1 Chronicles 26:42 Chronicles 29:122 Chronicles 34:82 Kings 18:182 Kings 18:26Isaiah 36:22

In the Anselm Project Bible: The APB normally presents the term as the name “Joah,” often with a father or office, as in 2 Kings 18:18 and 2 Chronicles 34:8. In 1 Chronicles 6:6, although the supplied original form is present, the APB verse instead renders the succession “Uzzi begot Zerahiah; Zerahiah begot Meraioth,” so the term’s specific contribution is not reflected there.