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Josue

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Josue is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “The Spanish and Portuguese form of Joshua, derived from the Hebrew name Yehoshua, meaning "God is salvation."”. It currently ranks #294 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2007.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Josue Means

The Spanish and Portuguese form of Joshua, derived from the Hebrew name Yehoshua, meaning "God is salvation."

The Story of Josue

This name carries the echo of ancient deliverance and divine promise, a powerful legacy of faith that has traveled to your doorstep.

Josue is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Joshua, a name with profound Hebrew origins, stemming from Yehoshua, meaning 'God is salvation.' The name belongs to the biblical figure who led the Israelites into the Promised Land after Moses. Its journey spans millennia, carried through scripture and across continents by explorers and missionaries, embedding its meaning of divine aid and resolute purpose.

Saying 'Josue' to yourself, you hear a resonance of strength and unwavering belief. It's a name for a child who will face challenges with courage, knowing he is guided and supported. You imagine him as a natural leader, his actions infused with conviction, his spirit protected by a profound sense of purpose. It feels like a name that prepares him for anything.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Josue Souza Santos

    Brazilian football player

Personality Traits

CourageousStrongSpiritualLeader

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#2,272 in 2007

Total Births

56,837

First Recorded

1924

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