Josh
boy name#1699 in 2025Josh entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #299 in 1880, ranks #1699 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1699
rank today
#299
peak (1880)
96
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #367 |
| 1890s | #413 |
| 1900s | #527 |
| 1910s | #833 |
| 1920s | #1060 |
| 1930s | #1126 |
| 1940s | #1155 |
| 1950s | #993 |
| 1960s | #702 |
| 1970s | #397 |
| 1980s | #537 |
| 1990s | #790 |
| 2000s | #754 |
| 2010s | #1299 |
| 2020s | #1722 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Josh has been most popular in CA, NY, FL.
Living bearers
About 14,500 people named Josh are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Josh alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Josh in 2025?
- Josh ranks #1699 among US boy names in 2025, with 96 babies given the name.
- When was the name Josh most popular?
- Josh peaked in 1880, reaching #299 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Josh with classmates?
- Josh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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