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How to pronounce Joshua (JOSH-oo-a)

Joshua

JOSH-oo-a

Joshooa

Hebrew origin meaning the Lord is salvation. Often shortened to Josh in Australia.

Notes

Hebrew origin meaning the Lord is salvation. Often shortened to Josh in Australia.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Hebrew
Meaning
the Lord is salvation (Yahweh saves)

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Josh
  • Joshie
  • Josho
Why we shorten names like this →

Popularity

Old Testament successor to Moses who led the Israelites into Canaan.

Notable people

  • Joshua Tree (US national park — surname)

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