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Josua

Boy Name #12,301 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Josua is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records.

Popularity Over Time

#12,301
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#12,301
Total SSA Count
8

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Nicknames

Jos Joy Josie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Josua

Is Josua a boy or girl name?
Josua is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Josua?
Josua is currently ranked #12301 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Josua?
Common nicknames for Josua include Jos, Joy, and Josie.
Is Josua a common or rare name?
Josua is an uncommon name, ranked #12301 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Josua

Josua is a boy name .

Josua is currently ranked #12,301 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Josua include Jos, Joy, and Josie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Josua include Josue . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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