Jushua Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOO-shoo-uh / /ˈdʒuːʃuːə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is salvation; English: variant of Joshua
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jushua is a variant of Joshua, which has Hebrew origins. Joshua is a significant biblical figure, known for leading the Israelites into the Promised Land. The name has been popular in various cultures and has seen numerous adaptations over time. It reflects themes of leadership and divine guidance.
Trend Summary
The name Jushua is less common than its variant Joshua, which has maintained steady popularity in the U.S.
Similar Names
Variants
- Joshua
- Josha
International Variants
- Josué (Spanish)
- Jozua (Dutch)
- Jésus (French)
Famous people named Jushua
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Fictional characters named Jushua
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jushua was first seen in the United States in 1975. Jushua has ranked as high as #1115 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Jushua has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jushua (1986)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1998 | 6 |