Jashua Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJASH-oo-uh / /ˈdʒæʃ.ʊ.ə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is salvation; English: variant of Joshua
Historical & Cultural Background
Jashua is a variant of the name Joshua, which has roots in Hebrew culture and is often associated with biblical figures. The name Joshua was borne by the leader of the Israelites after Moses, known for leading them into the Promised Land. In English-speaking countries, the name has gained popularity over the centuries, often reflecting religious significance. Variants of the name have emerged in various cultures, adapting to local languages and traditions.
Trend Summary
The name Jashua has seen limited popularity in the United States, often overshadowed by its more common variant, Joshua.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jashua
- Joshua
International Variants
- Josué (Spanish)
- Jozua (Dutch)
- Yehoshua (Hebrew)
Famous people named Jashua
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Fictional characters named Jashua
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jashua was first seen in the United States in 1971. Jashua has ranked as high as #1078 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Jashua has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jashua (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 45 |
| 1982 | 50 |
| 1983 | 51 |
| 1984 | 46 |
| 1985 | 66 |
| 1986 | 61 |
| 1987 | 73 |
| 1988 | 47 |
| 1989 | 64 |
| 1990 | 57 |
| 1991 | 45 |
| 1992 | 46 |
| 1993 | 57 |
| 1994 | 49 |
| 1995 | 41 |
| 1996 | 35 |
| 1997 | 34 |
| 1998 | 47 |
| 1999 | 34 |
| 2000 | 36 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 36 |
| 2003 | 31 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 33 |
| 2006 | 51 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 42 |
| 2009 | 43 |
| 2010 | 35 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 8 |