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Josue | Meaning, Origin & History | The Name Library

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Josue

English originSecular traditionUniqueShort

Meaning

Snapshot

A boy name with 1 syllables. Currently considered rare.

Popularity Over Time

U.S. Data (2000-2023)

Explore how the popularity of Josue has changed over the last two decades.

Historical Context & Cultural Origin

Josue is the Spanish and Portuguese form of the Hebrew given name Yehoshua, meaning "Yahweh is salvation." It is a name with deep biblical roots, famously borne by the successor to Moses, who led the Israelites into the Promised Land. The name has maintained popularity across Christian and Jewish communities for centuries.

Famous Namesakes

Joshua Bell, Joshua Tree, Joshua Logan, Joshua Chamberlain, Joshua Kimmins

Nicknames & Variations

Josh, Jojo

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