Male

Joshua

Name Meaning:

From the Hebrew name Yehoshua (יְהוֹשֻׁעַ), meaning "Yahweh is salvation." Joshua was the successor to Moses who led the Israelites into the Promised Land.

Noteable Namesakes

Joshua (Biblical Leader); Joshua Reynolds (Painter); Joshua Bell (Violinist); Joshua Jackson (Actor); Joshua Tree National Park

Origin

Hebrew

Popularity

US: #61, UK: #46

Variations/Nicknames

Josh; Joshy; Shu

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