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Derived from the Hebrew name Yehoshua, it shares the same root as the name Jesus. In the Old Testament, Joshua was the leader of the Israelites who succeeded Moses and led them into the Promised Land. It has remained a consistently popular choice in the United States for decades due to its strong biblical roots.
About 4,773 boys were named Joshua in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Joshua — far less common.
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