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Joshua

"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin

BoyUnknown2 syllablesCurrent rank #57 (2024)

About Joshua

Joshua appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1880 through 2020. In 2024, it ranks #57 among boys, with 5,244 reported births. Across available SSA years, the name appears 1,227,713 times.

Quick Facts

GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationJoshua
Syllables2

Nicknames for Joshua

JoshJoshyJosJosieJosy

Popularity in the U.S.

Joshua ranks #57 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 5,244 births.. Parents often choose Joshua for its clear pronunciation and classic style.

Current #575Y -20%Peak 2015
4K6K8K151617181920212223242015: 9,819 births2016: 9,226 births2017: 8,318 births2018: 7,413 births2019: 6,588 births2020: 5,924 births2021: 5,524 births2022: 5,195 births2023: 5,064 births2024: 5,244 births

Joshua had 5,244 births in 2024.

Middle Name Ideas

  • Joshua James
  • Joshua Alexander
  • Joshua Reid

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Joshua mean?

Joshua means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.

Is Joshua a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Joshua ranks #57 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 5,244 births..

How is Joshua pronounced?

A common pronunciation is Joshua.

What are common nicknames for Joshua?

Popular nicknames include Josh, Joshy, Jos, Josie, Josy.