Name Profile
Joshua
“The Lord is my salvation” — English
BoyEnglish2 syllablesCurrent rank #57 (2024)
About Joshua
Rooted in English tradition with ancient origins, the boy's name Joshua carries the powerful meaning "The Lord is my salvation." It is a beloved, deeply historic choice that feels universally warm and approachable.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginEnglish
Syllables2
Nicknames for Joshua
JoshJoshyJosJosieJosy
Popularity in the U.S.
Joshua ranks #57 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 5,244 births..
Joshua popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Joshua had 5,244 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 9,819 | #33 |
| 2016 | 9,226 | #35 |
| 2017 | 8,318 | #38 |
| 2018 | 7,413 | #40 |
| 2019 | 6,588 | #48 |
| 2020 | 5,924 | #54 |
| 2021 | 5,524 | #58 |
| 2022 | 5,195 | #60 |
| 2023 | 5,064 | #60 |
| 2024 | 5,244 | #57 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Joshua James
- Joshua Alexander
- Joshua Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Joshua mean?
Joshua is commonly linked to the meaning The Lord is my salvation and is associated with English roots.
Is Joshua a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Joshua ranks #57 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 5,244 births..
What are common nicknames for Joshua?
Popular nicknames include Josh, Joshy, Jos, Josie, Josy.