Salvation
Josha is a rare variant of the Hebrew name Joshua. It is derived from the name Yehoshua, which combines the elements 'Yeho' (referring to God) and 'yasha' (to save). While Joshua is a perennial favorite, Josha offers a shorter, more unique alternative with the same spiritual roots.
Less common today
Josha isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,530 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Dutch actor known for The Wheel of Time
