# What Does the Name Joshua Mean?

Joshua is a boy name of Hebrew origin. It means “the Lord is salvation”.

**Origin:** Hebrew

  **Gender:** boy

  **Pronunciation:** JOSH-oo-uh

The name Joshua comes from Hebrew roots, where it carries the meaning “the Lord is salvation”. It is pronounced JOSH-oo-uh.

Is Joshua a boy or girl name? Joshua is traditionally used as a boy name.

## More Hebrew names

- [**Noah**rest, comfort](/baby-name-noah-meaning/)
- [**Elijah**my God is Yahweh](/baby-name-elijah-meaning/)
- [**Isaiah**Yahweh is salvation](/baby-name-isaiah-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Joshua?

Joshua means “the Lord is salvation”. It is a name of Hebrew origin.

### What origin is the name Joshua?

Joshua is of Hebrew origin.

### Is Joshua a boy or girl name?

Joshua is traditionally a boy name.