Joshwa
boy nameJoshwa entered the US charts in 1975, peaked at #2669 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1975–2025
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rank today
#2669
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3701 |
| 1980s | #4473 |
| 1990s | #5557 |
| 2000s | #4818 |
| 2010s | #10335 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Joshwa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Joshwa alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Joshwa in 2025?
- Joshwa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Joshwa most popular?
- Joshwa peaked in 1979, reaching #2669 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Joshwa with classmates?
- Joshwa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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