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Joshua is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name Yehoshua. It means "God is salvation" or "God saves." The name Joshua has a significant history in the Bible, as it was the name given to Moses' successor, who led the Israelites into the Promised Land after Moses' death. The name Joshua first appears in the Bible in the Book of Exodus, where it is revealed that God commanded Moses to choose someone to lead the Israelites when he dies. After some time, God instructs Moses to appoint Joshua as his successor. In the Book of Joshua, the narrative continues with Joshua leading the Israelites across the Jordan River into the land promised by God to their ancestors. The name Joshua has been widely used throughout history and has been popular in many cultures. In English-speaking countries, it became particularly common during the 19th century. Today, Joshua is still a popular boys' name around the world, ranking among the top names in several countries. In literature and popular culture, several notable characters have borne the name Joshua, such as Joshua "Josh" Lyman from the TV show The West Wing, Josh Baskin from the film Big, and Joshua Graham from the video game Fallout: New Vegas. These portrayals have contributed to the name's enduring popularity.