Joshua is a Hebrew name that translates to 'God is salvation'. It's often associated with the biblical figure, Joshua, who succeeded Moses as the leader of the Israelites. The name has gained popularity in recent decades and is currently among the top 200 names for boys in the United States.
"Joshua's popularity peaked in the late 80s with a high of 18 births in 1988, but has since stabilized around 5-7 births per year."