Meaning, origin, history
Joshua is a male given name of Hebrew origin. It means "God is salvation" or "Yahweh is salvation". The name Joshua is derived from the Hebrew name Yehoshua, which consists of the elements Yeho (which means "God") and shua (which means "salvation"). Joshua is a significant figure in the Bible, as he was the successor to Moses and led the Israelites into the Promised Land after their forty years of wandering in the wilderness. The name Joshua has been popular throughout history and has been borne by many notable figures, including Joshua Norton, who declared himself Emperor of the United States in the 19th century, and Joshua Foge, a prominent American football coach. Today, Joshua remains a popular choice for parents looking for a strong and meaningful name for their sons.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Johsua since 1880
Total births
266
Total since 1880
Peak year
1989
22 births
in 2008
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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