Josua
About Josua
Josua is a masculine name representing an alternative spelling of Joshua, which comes from Hebrew origins meaning 'Jehovah is salvation' or 'God is deliverance.' This variant spelling appears in several European languages, particularly German and Nordic traditions, making it an option for families with these cultural connections. While less common than the standard spelling, Josua maintains the same biblical significance as a prominent Old Testament figure who led the Israelites after Moses. The name combines religious heritage with a slightly distinctive international flair. Its simplified spelling removes the 'h' while preserving the traditional pronunciation. Josua projects strength and leadership qualities while offering a subtle European touch to this timeless biblical name.
Pronounced HOHL-shoo-uh; JOH-shoo-uh.
As of October 2026, Josua ranked #9102 in US births in 2020 SSA, peaked at #1423 in 1985.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Josua on lists
Famous Josuas
- Josua Tuisova
Fijian rugby union player
- Josua de Grave
Dutch painter
- (Johan Harald) Josua Lindahl
Swedish geologist