Joshua
Yahweh is salvation
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Religion
- Christian
- Gender
- Boy
- Country
- United States
- Pronunciation
- JOSH-oo-uh
- Popularity
- falling
Common nicknames
Josh
About the name Joshua
Joshua is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "Yahweh is salvation". It is most commonly used in Christian families and is especially popular in United States.
Joshua peaked in US popularity in the 1980s and 90s, when it spent years in the top 5 for boys. It has since drifted down but remains inside the top 60. Joshua succeeded Moses as leader of the Israelites in the Hebrew Bible; the name shares a root with Yeshua, the Aramaic form of Jesus.
Popularity trend: Joshua is used less often now than it was a generation ago, which can make it feel fresh again.
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Frequently asked about Joshua
- What does the name Joshua mean?
- Joshua means "Yahweh is salvation". It's a boy name of Hebrew origin, most commonly used in Christian families and popular in United States.
- Where does the name Joshua come from?
- Joshua originates from Hebrew. On Babbloom it's classified in the Christian naming tradition.
- Is Joshua a boy or girl name?
- Joshua is a boy name.