Josha
Josha is a girl baby name. Ranked #22,225 in the US, popular nicknames include Jos, Joy, and Josie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Josha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 28 babies have been named Josha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Josha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,225 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,225
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Also a Boy Name
Josha is also used as a boy name, ranked #39865.
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About the Name Josha
Josha is a girl name .
Is Josha a boy or girl name? Josha is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #22,225 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #39,865. Josha is more commonly used as a girl name.
Josha is currently ranked #22,225 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Josha include Jos, Joy, and Josie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis