Josh
Facts about Josh
Meaning of Josh
Josh is a Hebrew name meaning God is salvation, often used as a diminutive of Joshua, symbolizing faith and protection.
Spellings & variants
Popularity
Josh currently ranks #9043 in the Baby Name Swiper popularity ranking.
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Frequently asked questions about Josh
What does the name Josh mean?
Josh is a Dutch name. Josh is a Hebrew name meaning God is salvation, often used as a diminutive of Joshua, symbolizing faith and protection.
How popular is Josh?
In 2025, 46 children were given this name. Within Baby Name Swiper Josh sits at number 9043, and 0% of the people who saw it liked it.
Is Josh a boy's or girl's name?
Josh is a boy's name.
What language category does Josh belong to?
Josh is a name of Dutch origin.
What are variants of Josh?
Known variants of Josh include: Josh.
How do you pronounce Josh?
Josh has 4 letters. There is a button above to hear it pronounced.