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Josh vs Indigo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Indigo

Boy #1,628 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"blue-purple dye, the color indigo"

Origin: Greek via Latin

Cultural Roots

American English International

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,628
Total SSA Count
104
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Josh Rank #1,742
Indigo Rank #1,628

Indigo is more popular, ranked #1628 vs #1742 for Josh.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Josh or Indigo more popular?

Indigo is more popular, ranked #1628 compared to Josh at #1742 in the United States.

What do Josh and Indigo mean?

Josh means "God is salvation" (Hebrew origin). Indigo means "blue-purple dye, the color indigo" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Josh and Indigo boy or girl names?

Josh is primarily a boy name. Indigo is primarily a boy name.

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