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Yoshua

Statistics: Germany · native version ↗
Boy Name day: September 1 #4451 all-time timeless Generation Alpha In French: Issa
25 babies named Yoshua in Germany (city panel) since 2010, peaking in the 2010s. Recorded from 2012 to 2025.
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Births per year — the shaded band is its generation (Generation Alpha)
Origin: Biblical.

Name day for Yoshua

September 1

Why this day? Yoshua is a form of Joshua, and shares its name day.

Yoshua is celebrated in Germany on September 1.

The story of the name Yoshua

The first name Yoshua carries the spiritual charge of its classical relative Joshua and looks back on a deep biblical tradition, which is often associated with a reference to a saint. Through the slightly modified spelling, it appears more modern and international today, without losing its historical depth. It is a stylistic variation that combines tradition with a fresh, contemporary touch. Thus, a name is created that is both rooted and open to the world.

What is a Yoshua like?

Bearers of the name Yoshua are usually genuine charismatics who approach life with a mixture of curiosity and calmness. They have a natural charisma that attracts other people without becoming loud or intrusive. Often, they possess a fine sense of humor and appreciate taking situations with a wink. Their inner compass is strong, yet they remain flexible enough not to miss out on spontaneous adventures.

Playful portrait, for entertainment.

What science says. The effect of a first name on character is documented, and several scientific studies have looked into it. They do not show that a name contains a hidden personality, but that it captures attention, triggers social expectations and slightly changes the way others respond to us. Read our article what the psychology of first names is based on to find out more.

Yoshua in love

In Love In romance, Yoshua is a true dreamer who seeks profound connections rather than superficial flirtations. He often shows his affection through attentive listening and small, unexpected gestures that warm the heart. Loyalty and emotional security are the foundations of a long-term partnership for him. At the same time, he continually brings playful elements into everyday life to keep the relationship fresh and vibrant.

Frequently asked questions about Yoshua

Is Yoshua an old German name?

No, it is a variant of Joshua and has biblical roots.

When is the name day celebrated?

The name day is September 1st.

How does it differ from Joshua?

The spelling with a "Y" gives it a slightly different, often more modern visual touch.

Yoshua's profile

Energy 6/10
Humor 6/10
Independence 7/10
Sensitivity 6/10
Ambition 7/10
Stability 8/10
Whimsy 5/10
Diplomacy 7/10
Loyalty 9/10
Need for attention 4/10

Playful profile, for entertainment.

Name compatibility potential:

Gender B-GB-BAll
Generation SilentBoomersXYZAlphaAll
Popularity CommonFrequentUncommonRareAll

Friendship potential for Yoshua

Bottom 10

  1. Elon42%
  2. Leeroy42%
  3. Loki42%
  4. Lola43%
  5. Jimmy43%
  6. Zina43%
  7. Johnny43%
  8. Karlsson43%
  9. Paco44%
  10. Tommy44%

Love potential for Yoshua

Top 10

  1. Berna96%
  2. Lamin96%
  3. Haroon96%
  4. Yaw96%
  5. Fedor96%
  6. Rada96%
  7. Danil96%
  8. Marcel96%
  9. Yassine96%
  10. Efstathios96%

Bottom 10

  1. Elon42%
  2. Arsène43%
  3. Loki46%
  4. Ivan48%
  5. Rafał50%
  6. Ocean52%
  7. Azad52%
  8. Yelyzaveta53%
  9. Vaiana53%
  10. Aysun54%

Professional potential for Yoshua

Top 10

  1. Yusuf96%
  2. Iman96%
  3. Salomon96%
  4. Shawn96%
  5. Samuil96%
  6. Safia96%
  7. Hossein96%
  8. Asser96%
  9. Lars96%
  10. Lennard96%

Bottom 10

  1. Berivan42%
  2. Anakin42%
  3. Elon42%
  4. Loresa46%
  5. Zana46%
  6. Lola47%
  7. Kateryna48%
  8. Nero48%
  9. Luna48%
  10. Armani48%

Crush potential for Yoshua

Bottom 10

  1. Erna46%
  2. John48%
  3. Shane48%
  4. Arwen48%
  5. Phineas48%
  6. Jack48%
  7. Sunny48%
  8. Zelda48%
  9. Juan48%
  10. Berta48%
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