Toshua

“God saves” — Represent strength and resilience

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 30% boys♀ 70% girls

#1496US 2023

704Births / yr

→Stable

184All-time births

📅 Since 197000

What does Toshua mean and where does it come from?

The name Toshua is a modern invention, combining elements from the Hebrew name Joshua with influences from Japanese naming. It can represent strength and resilience, as the name embodies both religious significance and natural imagery. This name is not widely used and mostly appears in creative cont

Cultural significance

Toshua has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god saves.

Peak popularity

Reached #5799 in 1977 — currently #1496 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Toshua?

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

Toshua Grace

How popular is Toshua right now?

Holding steady — currently #1496 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#1496 · Top 1.1%

1970

1975

1985

1990

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1496	704	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1501	684	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2021	#1506	654	▲ up 8138 · +8075% births
1990	#9644	8	▲ up 1792 · +60% births
1985	#11436	5	▼ down 5542 · -50% births
1975	#5894	10	▲ up 3440 · +100% births
1970	#9334	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Toshua

Best Year2023Rank #1496

Peak Count704

Average Rank#5830

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1970 - 20237 years

The story of Toshua

Toshua is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 184 total births recorded, Toshua remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9334 in 1970 to #1496 in 2023. Toshua is used for both genders: 70% female and 30% male.

Names that peaked alongside Toshua in 1977:

Jennifer Melissa Amy Jessica Heather

Toshua by decade

Toshua peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	66
1980s ★	94
1990s	24

💎Toshua has only 184 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Toshua?

Common

TosToOshua

What names sound and feel like Toshua?

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

Toshia

American · a variation of

Joshua

Hebrew · יֵּשׁוּעַ, meaning 'Yahweh

Tosha

American · A variation of

Tonjua

American · American English

Israel · Yoshua means 'God

Johua

American · Hebrew

Common questions about the name Toshua

What does the name Toshua mean?

Toshua means "God saves" — a name rooted in American 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 Toshua?

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

What is the cultural origin of Toshua?

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

Is Toshua a common or rare name?

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

Is Toshua more of a girl or boy name?

Toshua is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.