Yehoshua Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: yeh-ho-SHOO-ah /jɛhoʃuːə/
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Hebrew: God is salvation
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Yehoshua is of Hebrew origin, derived from the root words "yeho," which is a theophoric element referring to God, and "yasha," meaning to save or deliver. This etymology connects the name to the concept of divine salvation.
The name appears in various forms throughout history, with Yehoshua being the original Hebrew form. It was later translated into Greek as Iesous, which then transitioned into Latin as Iesus, ultimately leading to the English form Jesus.
This linguistic journey highlights the name's significance in religious texts and its foundational role in Judeo-Christian traditions. Historically, Yehoshua is closely associated with the biblical figure Joshua, who succeeded Moses as the leader of the Israelites and is known for leading them into the Promised Land.
His story is recounted in the Book of Joshua, which is part of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. The name also appears in various other biblical contexts, including references to figures in the post-exilic period.
The translation of the Hebrew Bible into Greek (the Septuagint) and later into Latin (the Vulgate) helped solidify the name's prominence in early Christian texts, particularly as it relates to Jesus Christ, who is often referred to as the new Joshua in theological discussions. Culturally, Yehoshua embodies themes of leadership, faith, and divine assistance, resonating deeply within Jewish and Christian traditions.
The name has been associated with strength and guidance, reflecting the qualities of its biblical namesake. In Jewish tradition, the name is often shortened to Yeshua, which retains the same meaning and is used in various religious contexts.
The enduring legacy of Yehoshua is evident in its continued use in religious and cultural settings, symbolizing hope and salvation across centuries.
Famous people named Yehoshua
In this section, you will find notable people named Yehoshua. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Yehoshua who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Yehoshua Shifman is a mathematician best known for his work in algebraic geometry and number theory.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yehoshua was first seen in the United States in 1970.
Yehoshua has ranked as high as #1277 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Illinois, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Yehoshua has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Yehoshua is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Yehoshua was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Yehoshua (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 20 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Yehoshua.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 69 |
| 2023 | 73 |
| 2022 | 75 |
| 2021 | 93 |
| 2020 | 78 |
| 2019 | 95 |
| 2018 | 70 |
| 2017 | 83 |
| 2016 | 72 |
| 2015 | 74 |
| 2014 | 70 |
| 2013 | 80 |
| 2012 | 68 |
| 2011 | 80 |
| 2010 | 86 |
| 2009 | 63 |
| 2008 | 77 |
| 2007 | 67 |
| 2006 | 62 |
| 2005 | 52 |
| 2004 | 56 |
| 2003 | 47 |
| 2002 | 54 |
| 2001 | 52 |
| 2000 | 41 |
| 1999 | 52 |
| 1998 | 36 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1995 | 39 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1993 | 28 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1989 | 26 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1970 | 7 |