Joshua
Meaning of Joshua
The name Joshua is a classic and enduring choice for boys, with deep historical and cultural roots. Originating from the Hebrew name Yehoshua (יְהוֹשֻׁעַ), it means "Yahweh is salvation" or "God saves." The name holds significant religious importance as Joshua was a prominent figure in the Bible, known for leading the Israelites into the Promised Land after Moses' death. Pronounced JAH-shoo-uh (/ˈdʒɑʃuə/), Joshua has remained consistently popular in English-speaking countries. In recent years, it has maintained a steady rank among the top baby names in the United States, reflecting its timeless appeal. The name often lends itself to the affectionate nickname Josh, which adds a modern and approachable touch to this venerable name.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as JAH-shoo-uh (/ˈdʒɑʃuə/)
British English
- Pronunced as JAH-shoo-uh (/ˈdʒɒʃuə/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
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Notable People Named Joshua
| Joshua Taylor Bassett is an American actor and singer, best known for his role in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series and for winning a Children's and Family Emmy Award for Outstanding Original Song. |
| Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain was a highly respected Union Army officer during the American Civil War, best known for his gallantry at the Battle of Gettysburg and awarded the Medal of Honor. |
| Sir Joshua Reynolds was an influential English portrait painter of the 18th century, known for promoting the "Grand Style" in painting and serving as the first president of the Royal Academy of Arts. |
| Joshua Slocum was a pioneering sailor who achieved the first solo circumnavigation of the globe and authored the popular book "Sailing Alone Around the World," before mysteriously disappearing in 1909. |
| Joshua David Bell is a renowned American violinist and conductor known for his performances on the Gibson Stradivarius. |
| Joshua Carter Jackson is a Canadian actor known for his roles in Dawson's Creek, Fringe, The Affair, and Dr. Death, among others. |
| Joshua Radin is an American singer-songwriter known for his nine studio albums and having his music featured in various films and TV shows. |
| Colour Sergeant Joshua Mark Leakey is a British soldier and recipient of the Victoria Cross for his bravery in a joint UK–US raid in Afghanistan. |
| Joshua Redman is an American jazz saxophonist and composer, known for his contributions to the jazz music scene and as the son of renowned jazz saxophonist Dewey Redman. |
| Joshua Seftel is an Academy Award-nominated film director known for his work in documentaries and films such as Lost and Found, Stranger at the Gate, and Taking on the Kennedys. |
| Joshua Cooper Ramo is the vice chairman and co-chief executive of Kissinger Associates, an author of best-selling non-fiction books, and a prominent figure in the consulting world. |
| Joshua Lincoln Oppenheimer is an American film director known for his Oscar-nominated documentaries, The Act of Killing and The Look of Silence, and has received prestigious awards such as the Marshall Scholarship and the MacArthur fellowship. |
| Joshua Lloyd Wheeler was a highly decorated United States Army soldier and master sergeant in the Delta Force, who tragically became the first American service member to be killed in action by enemy fire while fighting ISIS militants during Operation Inherent Resolve in Iraq. |
| Ghanaian former professional boxer Joshua Clottey held the IBF welterweight title from 2008 to 2009 and was known for his durable chin, never being stopped in any of his five losses. |
| Joshua Johnson was an American painter known for his naïve paintings of prominent Maryland residents, with African and European ancestry from the Baltimore, Maryland area. |
