Joshua vs Declan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joshua

Boy #57 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"may God deliver"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew English Christian American

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Boy #131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"man of prayer"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish English American

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Joshua Rank #57

Declan Rank #131

Joshua is more popular, ranked #57 vs #131 for Declan.

Is Joshua or Declan more popular?

Joshua is more popular, ranked #57 compared to Declan at #131 in the United States.

What do Joshua and Declan mean?

Joshua means "may God deliver" (Hebrew origin). Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Joshua and Declan boy or girl names?

Joshua is primarily a boy name. Declan is primarily a boy name.