Joshua

Joshua means 'God is salvation' in Hebrew, derived from the Hebrew name Yehoshua, which is composed of the elements 'Yeho,' referring to God, and 'Shua,' meaning to save or rescue. It has biblical significance as Joshua led the Israelites into the Promised Land.

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The name Joshua is of Hebrew origin.

  • Popularity: 103rd
  • Babies named Joshua in the US in 2023:
    Female: 5
    Male: 5035
  • Nicknames: Josh, Jo, Jos, Jay, Shua.
  • Full Names: Joshuah, Joshawa, Jashua, Joshuwa, Yoshua.
  • Famous Namesakes: Joshua Bell-Musician, Joshua Jackson-Actor, Joshua Radin-Musician, Joshua Reynolds-Painter, Joshua Lederberg-Microbiologist.
  • Gender: Typically used as a male name, though occasionally can be female, indicating it mainly associates with the male gender.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Joshua corresponds to the number 7. The number 7 is associated with introspection, inner wisdom, and analytical thinking. People with the name Joshua often exhibit a depth of thought, a love for learning, and a naturally philosophical nature.

Joshua has been a popular name over the years, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has consistently ranked among the top 100 names for boys in the United States since the 1970s, reaching peak popularity in the late 20th century. The name is timeless, maintaining a steady usage across generations.

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