boy name
Joshua
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#66 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Joshua in the US, 1880–2025
Joshua first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1989, when 44,100 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 4,773.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Joshua a boy or a girl name?
Joshua is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Joshua?
In 2025, Joshua ranked #66 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Joshua most popular?
Joshua was most popular in 1989, when about 44,100 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.