How Do You Spell JOSHUA?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɒʃjuːə] (IPA)

The name "Joshua" is spelled with five letters and pronounced /ˈdʒɒʃ.u.ə/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The initial sound "j" represents the consonant sound pronounced with the tongue touching the hard palate. The next sound "o" is pronounced using the short "o" sound with lips slightly pursed. The letter "s" represents the consonant sound pronounced by forcing air through the teeth. The following sound "h" is pronounced by exhaling quickly while holding the tongue near the roof of the mouth. The last sound "ua" is pronounced as a dipthong combining the sounds "w" and "a."

JOSHUA Meaning and Definition

1. Joshua is a masculine given name with Hebrew origins. It is derived from the Hebrew name "Yehoshua," which means "YHWH is salvation." In the Old Testament of the Bible, Joshua is a prominent figure who succeeded Moses as the leader of the Israelites and led them during the conquest of Canaan. Thus, the name Joshua has significant religious and historical connotations.

   Aside from its biblical background, Joshua is also a popular modern name around the world. It is widely used in English-speaking countries and various other cultures. The name Joshua has maintained its popularity due to its timeless appeal and positive associations.

   Symbolically, Joshua represents characteristics such as strength, leadership, determination, and bravery. Those with this name are often seen as courageous and ambitious individuals who have a strong sense of purpose and direction. They tend to be natural leaders, inspiring and motivating those around them.

   Additionally, Joshua can also have a variant spelling such as "Josh" or "Joshuah." These variants have emerged due to the name's adaptability and flexibility. Regardless of the spelling, the name Joshua continues to be widely recognized and embraced, making it a timeless choice for parents seeking a strong and meaningful name for their child.

Top Common Misspellings for JOSHUA *

• jashua 12.5%
• joshuas 12.5%
• josha 9.375%
• johua 6.25%
• joahua 6.25%
• joshue 6.25%
• joshau 6.25%
• jushua 6.25%
• josua 6.25%
• joshusa 6.25%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for JOSHUA

• yashua
• joshep
• jeshua
• josuha
• johsua
• yeshua
• joshs
• joushua
• joshuah
• jousha
• joshus
• moshua
• jishua
• mjoshua
• joashua
• joshuaa
• jmshua
• johea
• josaa
• joseua
• josuaa
• mjoushua
• doshaa
• josina
• roshia
• doshia
• johia
• yoshaa
• joiha
• morhua
• Moshka
• poihaa
• Jodhaa
• Joashuaa
• joshae
• Soshaa

Etymology of JOSHUA

The name "Joshua" has Hebrew origins. It is derived from the Hebrew name יְהוֹשֻׁעַ (Yehoshu'a), which is a combination of two elements: יְהוֹ (Yeho) meaning "Yahweh" (the Hebrew name for God) and שׁוּעַ (shu'a) meaning "to save" or "to rescue". Therefore, the name Joshua can be translated as "Yahweh is salvation" or "God saves".

Similar spelling words for JOSHUA

• joss,
• josh,
• joshi,
• Joos.