Josua

“God is salvation.”

Israel origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9102US 2020

7Births / yr

↑Rising

767All-time births

📅 Since 197100

What does Josua mean and where does it come from?

The name Josua is a variant of Joshua, derived from the Hebrew 'יֵשׁוּעַ' (Yeshua), which means 'God is salvation.' It has a biblical origin, as Joshua was a significant figure in the Hebrew Bible, known for leading the Israelites into the Promised Land after the death of Moses. Josua is also preval

Cultural significance

Josua has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #1426 in 1985 — currently #9102 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Josua?

Josua works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Josua Grace

How popular is Josua right now?

Rising fast — up 233 spots — currently #9102 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2020#9102 · Top 6.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#9705	7	▲ up 233
2010	#9938	7	▼ down 3931 · -46% births
2005	#6007	13	▼ down 1107 · -13% births
2000	#4900	15	▼ down 945 · -6% births
1995	#3955	16	▼ down 931 · -24% births
1990	#3024	21	▼ down 1598 · -56% births
1985	#1426	48	▲ up 1099 · +140% births
1980	#2525	20	▲ up 216 · +33% births
1975	#2741	15	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Josua

Best Year1985Rank #1426

Peak Count48

Average Rank#4913

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 20209 years

The story of Josua

Josua is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1971. With 767 total births recorded, Josua remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2741 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9705 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Josua in 1985:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Daniel

Josua by decade

Josua peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	101
1980s ★	335
1990s	168
2000s	129
2010s	27
2020s	7

💎Josua has only 767 total recorded births since 1971 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Josua?

Common

JosJosieJosy

What names sound and feel like Josua?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Josua also consider these

Joshua

Hebrew · יֵּשׁוּעַ, meaning 'Yahweh

Josuha

Israel · Hebrew

Josuah

Israel · God is salvation

Johsua

American · Yahweh is salvation

Spanish · Variant of Joshua,

Yoshua

Israel · Yoshua means 'God

Common questions about the name Josua

What does the name Josua mean?

Josua means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Israel tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Josua?

Josua is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Josua?

Josua originates from Israel tradition. Israel names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Josua a common or rare name?

Josua is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Josua?

Josua naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.