Joshua
Joshua is a Christian boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “God is salvation”.
| Meaning | God is salvation |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | יְהוֹשֻׁעַ |
| Pronunciation | JOSH-oo-uh |
| Tradition | Christian, Jewish |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Joshua
Joshua is the English form of Yehoshua, combining the divine name with a root meaning 'to save', so it is read as 'God is salvation' or 'God saves'. In the Bible Joshua is Moses' assistant and successor, who leads the Israelites into Canaan in the book that bears his name. The later form Yeshua, rendered in Greek as Iesous, is the source of the name Jesus. Joshua became very popular in English-speaking countries from the 1970s onward.
Is Joshua a Christian name?
Joshua is a major figure of the Hebrew Bible, with a book named after him, and the name is shared by Jewish and Christian families; Muslims know him as Yusha.
How popular is Joshua?
Very well used in English-speaking countries, though past its late-twentieth-century peak.
Gifts with the name Joshua
- Joshua name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Joshua baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Joshua mean?
Joshua means 'God is salvation'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Joshua a Christian name?
Joshua is a major figure of the Hebrew Bible, with a book named after him, and the name is shared by Jewish and Christian families; Muslims know him as Yusha.
How do you pronounce Joshua?
Joshua is pronounced JOSH-oo-uh.
Is Joshua a boy or girl name?
Joshua is usually a boy name.