Josha
Boy nameJosha has been given to 454 babies in the U.S. since 1971. It peaked in 1982.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
454
Peak year
1982 (27 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1971
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
6% girls / 94% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Josha — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Josha.
Sibling name ideas for Josha
Same era and popularity as Josha, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Josha?
Josha has been given to 454 babies in the U.S. since 1971. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Josha peak?
Josha peaked in 1982, when 27 babies were given the name.
Is Josha a girl or boy name?
Josha is primarily a boy name (94% of babies named Josha are boys).
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