Joasia

Joasia is a Polish feminine given name functioning as an affectionate diminutive of Joanna, which itself derives from the Hebrew Yohannah, meaning God is gracious. The name follows a common Polish pattern of forming familiar pet forms by adding the suffix -sia to a shortened stem. As a diminutive, it is used informally rather than as a formal registered name, conveying warmth and familiarity. Related forms include Joanna, Asia, and Hanna.