Joshua vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joshua

Boy #57 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"may God deliver"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

English American Australian

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Joshua Rank #57

River Rank #112

Joshua is more popular, ranked #57 vs #112 for River.

Is Joshua or River more popular?

Joshua is more popular, ranked #57 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do Joshua and River mean?

Joshua means "may God deliver" (Hebrew origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Joshua and River boy or girl names?

Joshua is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.