"God is salvation, YHWH saves"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Josue
Does Josue flow with your last name?
The Spanish Joshua — 'God is salvation'
Spanish
Portuguese
Latin American
French
Traditional
Spiritual
Strong
Classic
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Share
Similar Names
Names Like Josue
Same sound, same style — different options
Nicknames
Nicknames for Josue
3 shorthand options for every setting
Meaning & Origin
"Jehovah is generous"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Spanish
Playground Safety
Kid-Friendly
Similar to Josue
See all →What the Josue report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Josue the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Downloadable PDF + nursery art
Everything in one printable report. Frame the name art.
Start with a free preview
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Keep Josue
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Compare names
Put Josue head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →
Nickname ideas
See what Josue actually gets called.
Browse nicknames →
What kind of baby name person are you?
3 minutes to find names that fit your style.
Take the Quiz
The Story of Josue
Josué is the Spanish and Portuguese rendering of Joshua, from the Hebrew name Yehoshua (יְהוֹשֻׁעַ), meaning 'God (YHWH) is salvation.' In the Old Testament, Joshua was Moses's successor who led the Israelites into the Promised Land. The name traveled through Greek as Iēsoûs and Latin as Josue, making it the direct linguistic ancestor of the name Jesus — Joshua and Jesus are the same name in different languages.
Josué has been consistently popular in Spanish-speaking communities in the US and across Latin America, sustained by its biblical importance and its connection to the figure of Joshua. It ranks in the top 200 Hispanic baby names in the United States.
In Catholic and Protestant Latin American communities, Josué carries deep spiritual weight as both a biblical hero and a name linguistically identical to Jesus. The name represents faith, leadership, and divine purpose across multiple Christian traditions.
Historical Record
Josue first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 56,536 babies have been named Josue in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Josue is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #294 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Joshua and Jesus are linguistically the same name — Joshua in Hebrew is Yehoshua, which became Yeshua (Jesus) in Aramaic
- In the Bible, Joshua led 12 spies into Canaan and was one of only two who returned with a positive report
- Josué is the form of the name that appears in Spanish-language Bibles
Josue in Other Languages
Arabic
يشوع
French
Josué
Hebrew
יְהוֹשֻׁעַ
English
Joshua
Spanish
Josué
Portuguese
Josué
Popularity Over Time
#294
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Josue
J
Josué Colmán
Athlete
1992
Paraguayan professional football player
J
Josué Pesqueira
Musician
1985
Mexican Christian music artist and worship leader
J
Josué (Biblical)
Religious
Old Testament figure who succeeded Moses and led the Israelites across the Jordan River into Canaan
Names You Might Also Love
See all →Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #294
- Total SSA Count
- 1,140
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Portuguese Latin American French
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Josh
Jossy
Josu
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
-
Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, Spanish heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
-
Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, Spanish heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
-
Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
-
Distinctive pick, Spanish heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
-
Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
-
Classic pairing, smooth 1-3 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, strong style, quick 1-1 syllable combo
Middle Names
Middle Names for Josue
7 name pairings with syllable flow tips
Sibling Names
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Josue fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Also a Girl Name
Josue is also used as a girl name, ranked #16268.
View Josue as a girl name →Similar Names
See all names like Josue →For Parents
amz
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare Josue with...
Same Origin Names (Spanish)
See all Spanish names →Names with Similar Meaning
Names that share meaning themes with Josue
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Josue and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Josue sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →
Diego
Boy
Spanish folk etymology origin
"may God protect (alternate)"
#145 in US
Angelo
Boy
Greek origin
"angel; messenger of God"
#286 in US
Andy
Boy
Greek origin
"manly, brave"
#489 in US
Mario
Boy
Latin origin
"male, masculine"
#399 in US
Francis
Boy
Germanic origin
"free man"
#451 in US
Raymond
Boy
Old High German origin
"counsel's guardian"
#380 in US
Sergio
Boy
Latin origin
"of the Sergii clan"
#402 in US
Leonel
Boy
Spanish origin
#319 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Josue's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Josue
What does the name Josue mean?
"God is salvation, YHWH saves" (from Hebrew). "Jehovah is generous" (from Hebrew). Josué is the Spanish and Portuguese rendering of Joshua, from the Hebrew name Yehoshua (יְהוֹשֻׁעַ), meaning 'God (YHWH) is salvation.' In the Old Testament, Joshua was Moses's successor who led the Israelites into the Promised Land. The name traveled through Greek as Iēsoûs and Latin as Josue, making it the direct linguistic ancestor of the name Jesus — Joshua and Jesus are the same name in different languages.
What is the origin of the name Josue?
Josue has Hebrew, Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, and French origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is salvation, YHWH saves". In Hebrew, it means "Jehovah is generous".
Is Josue a boy or girl name?
Josue is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #294. As a girl name, it is ranked #16268. Josue is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Josue?
Josue is currently ranked #294 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Josue?
Common nicknames for Josue include Josh, Jossy, and Josu.
What are good middle names for Josue?
Popular middle name pairings include Josue Miguel, Josue David, Josue Emmanuel, Josue Carlos, Josue Antonio, Josue Rafael, and Josue Luis.
What are good sibling names for Josue?
Names that pair well with Josue as siblings include Mateo, Santiago, Valentina, Isabella, Gabriel, Lucia, and Samuel.
How many syllables does Josue have?
Josue has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Josue a common or rare name?
Josue is a popular name, ranked #294 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Josue
Josue is a boy name with Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, and French origins . The name means "God is salvation, YHWH saves" in Hebrew .
Is Josue a boy or girl name? Josue is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #294 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #16,268. Josue is more commonly used as a boy name.
Josue is currently ranked #294 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Josue has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Josue include Josh, Jossy, and Josu. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Keep Exploring
Hebrew Names
Browse all names with this origin
J
Names Starting with J
More boy names like Josue
Unique Names
Uncommon names with character
Name Personality Quiz
Find names that match your style
Name Swiper
Swipe through names, build a shortlist fast
Browse All Boy Names
Full list with filters and sorting
Recommended for Parents
amz
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis