Yehoshua

“Yehoshua means 'Yahweh is salvation'”

Israel origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#2059US 2023

73Births / yr

↓Falling

2kAll-time births

📅 Since 197000.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Yehoshua

YE·AH·SHOO·uh

/ˈjɛ.ˈɑ.ˈshuː.ə/ · stress on YE · 4 syllables

“Yehoshua means 'Yahweh is salvation'”

Israel origin · Boy name

What does Yehoshua mean and where does it come from?

Yehoshua is a Hebrew name commonly used in Israel and among Jewish communities worldwide. Variants of this name include 'Joshua.' The name has biblical origins, attributed to the Jewish leader who succeeded Moses and led the Israelites into the Promised Land. It has been a popular name since ancient

Cultural significance

Yehoshua has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of yehoshua means 'yahweh is salvation'.

Peak popularity

Reached #1680 in 2019 — currently #2059 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yehoshua?

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

Yehoshua Grace

How popular is Yehoshua right now?

Declining — down 25 spots — currently #2059 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#2059 · Top 1.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2059	73	▼ down 25 · -3% births
2022	#2034	75	▼ down 289 · -19% births
2021	#1745	93	▲ up 168 · +22% births
2020	#1913	76	▲ up 49 · +3% births
2015	#1962	74	▼ down 208 · -14% births
2010	#1754	86	▲ up 527 · +65% births
2005	#2281	52	▲ up 66 · +27% births
2000	#2347	41	▼ down 219 · +5% births
1995	#2128	39	▲ up 707 · +70% births
1990	#2835	23	▼ down 422 · +5% births
1985	#2413	22	▲ up 529 · +38% births
1980	#2942	16	▲ up 1265 · +100% births
1975	#4207	8	▲ up 20 · +14% births
1970	#4227	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yehoshua

Best Year2021Rank #1745

Peak Count93

Average Rank#2489

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1970 - 202314 years

The story of Yehoshua

Yehoshua is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 2,030 total births recorded, Yehoshua remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4227 in 1970 to #2059 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yehoshua in 2019:

Liam Noah Oliver William Elijah

Yehoshua by decade

Yehoshua peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	88
1980s	190
1990s	333
2000s	571
2010s ★	772
2020s	76

💎With 2,030 total births, Yehoshua is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Yehoshua?

ENGLISH

Josh

SPANISH

ChuchoChusChuy

BASQUE

Josune

SPANISH

ChusJesusa

What names sound and feel like Yehoshua?

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

Jehoshua

Hebrew · YEHOSHUA

Yahushua

Israel · Yahweh is salvation

Israel · Yoshua means 'God

Jhoshua

Hebrew · Yohoshua, meaning 'God

Yehonatan

Israel · יְהוֹנָן (Yehonatan)

Yehezkel

Israel · God will strengthen

How is Yehoshua written in other languages?

יְהוֹשֻׁעַ

Hebrew

What are the girl versions of Yehoshua?

Josune BASQUE Chus SPANISH Jesusa SPANISH Maoilios SCOTTISH Yahweh THEOLOGY

Common questions about the name Yehoshua

What does the name Yehoshua mean?

Yehoshua means "Yehoshua means 'Yahweh is salvation'" — 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 Yehoshua?

Yehoshua is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Yehoshua?

Yehoshua 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.

How do you pronounce the name Yehoshua?

Yehoshua is a four-syllable name pronounced Y EH1 AA1 S HH UW1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Yehoshua?

Yehoshua pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Israel heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.