Joshuan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOH-shoo-ahn / /ˈdʒɒʃuːən/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Yahweh is salvation (Hebrew); variant of Joshua (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Joshuan has Hebrew roots, derived from the name Joshua, which means 'Yahweh is salvation.' In English-speaking cultures, it is often considered a modern variant of Joshua, reflecting a blend of traditional and contemporary naming practices.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Joshua
- Josue
- Joshuan
International Variants
- Yoshua (Spanish)
- Josué (French)
- Yehoshua (Hebrew)
Famous people named Joshuan
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Fictional characters named Joshuan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Joshuan was first seen in the United States in 1989. Joshuan has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Joshuan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Joshuan (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 26 |