Josue
j(o)-sue
US Popularity:586
Origin:Haitian
Meaning:God is salvation
Josue is the Haitian and Filipino spelling of the Hebrew name Joshua, with additional connections to the French, Spanish, and Portuguese Josué. This masculine title is believed to come from the Hebrew Yehoshu'a, which means “God is salvation.” Joshua is an important figure in the Hebrew Bible. He succeeded Moses as the leader of the children of Israel and led them to the promised land. Josue first appeared in the US name charts in 1972 and has been slowly growing in popularity since. Josue is not quite mainstream yet, being a relatively new name in America’s Hispanic and Latino populations. Whether you wish to stay ahead of the trends or honor your faith with a fresh title, Josue is a stylish and contemporary choice.
Common Nicknames for Josue
What’s not to like about the name Josue? We love that it has super-sweet nicknames—and you can find them all below! Whether you’re searching for something soft or playful—or just plain adorable!—you’re going to love the nickname ideas we’ve rounded up for your little one. Take a look at our list of some of the common and cute alternatives for Josue
How Popular Is The Name Josue?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Josue is currently #2573 on The Bump
Boy:Josue is currently #1453 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Josue is currently #586 in U.S. births
Boy:Josue is currently #294 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#294
in 2024
No change
from 2023
Sources
Merriam-Webster, Josue, noun
Ancestry, Josue Family History
WordSense, Josué
Behind the Name, Josué, November 2019
Abarim Publications, Joshua meaning, January 2025
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