Joshu
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Joshu first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 96 babies have been named Joshu in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Joshu is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,282 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,282
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Joshu
Joshu is a boy name .
Joshu is currently ranked #13,282 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Joshu include Jos, Joy, and Josie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Joshu include Joshua, Josh, Joshuan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis