Boy
Josue
God is salvation, Jehovah saves
About Josue
This Spanish and French variation brings international sophistication to a biblical classic. The accent mark adds visual distinction and signals cultural pride for families with Latin or Francophone heritage. It's a name that honors religious tradition while embracing linguistic diversity. The pronunciation carries a smoothness and elegance that distinguishes it from its English counterpart. Many bilingual families appreciate how naturally it works across languages and cultures. There's warmth and approachability embedded in its sound, suggesting someone friendly and outgoing. The name maintains strong usage in various communities worldwide, demonstrating its lasting appeal across different contexts. For parents wanting to celebrate their cultural background while giving their child a name that's recognized and respected internationally, this provides an excellent bridge between tradition and modern multicultural reality.
Popularity of the Name Josue
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1971 | #992 | |
| 1972 | #898 | |
| 1973 | #744 | |
| 1974 | #653 | |
| 1975 | #652 | |
| 1976 | #620 | |
| 1977 | #604 | |
| 1978 | #606 | |
| 1979 | #535 | |
| 1980 | #466 | |
| 1981 | #445 | |
| 1982 | #471 | |
| 1983 | #445 | |
| 1984 | #417 | |
| 1985 | #416 | |
| 1986 | #379 | |
| 1987 | #357 | |
| 1988 | #341 | |
| 1989 | #335 | |
| 1990 | #292 | |
| 1991 | #275 | #726 |
| 1992 | #286 | #642 |
| 1993 | #285 | #670 |
| 1994 | #264 | #608 |
| 1995 | #259 | #480 |
| 1996 | #254 | #962 |
| 1997 | #252 | #776 |
| 1998 | #256 | #564 |
| 1999 | #245 | #518 |
| 2000 | #247 | #606 |
| 2001 | #220 | #797 |
| 2002 | #220 | #731 |
| 2003 | #213 | #614 |
| 2004 | #208 | #610 |
| 2005 | #197 | #920 |
| 2006 | #193 | #864 |
| 2007 | #181 | #867 |
| 2008 | #183 | #724 |
| 2009 | #193 | #867 |
| 2010 | #184 | #827 |
| 2011 | #214 | #661 |
| 2012 | #237 | #938 |
| 2013 | #251 | #980 |
| 2014 | #268 | #769 |
| 2015 | #273 | #984 |
| 2016 | #271 | #837 |
| 2017 | #240 | |
| 2018 | #226 | |
| 2019 | #259 | |
| 2020 | #275 | |
| 2021 | #311 | |
| 2022 | #290 | |
| 2023 | #295 | |
| 2024 | #294 | |
| 2025 | #330 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Josue
Names Similar to Josue
Nicknames for Josue
- Jos
- Joe
- Josey
- Sues
Famous People Named Josue
| Josue Alvarado | Honduran football player |
| Josue Correia | Brazilian footballer |
| Josue Gutierrez | American actor |
| Josue Currais Prieto | Spanish footballer |
| Josue Martinez | Venezuelan footballer |
| Josue Soto | American soccer player |
| Josue Duverger | Haitian footballer |
| Josue Peley | Honduran football player |
| Josue Romero | Paraguayan footballer |
| Josue Ramos | American boxer |
| Josue Eugenio | Brazilian footballer |
| Josue Velázquez | Puerto Rican boxer |
| Josue Garza | Mexican footballer |
| Josue Avila | American soccer player |
| Josue Sánchez | Mexican footballer |
| Josue Martínez | American football player |
| Josue Souza | Brazilian footballer |
| Josue Ríos | Mexican boxer |
| Josue Valdez | Dominican baseball player |
Characters Named Josue
| Josue Martinez | Character in the video game "Grand Theft Auto V" |
| Josue Rivera | Character in the TV series "Orange Is the New Black" |
| Josue Higuita | Character in the TV series "Narcos" |
| Josue Zepeda | Character in the TV series "Mayans M.C" |
| Josue Gutierrez | Character in the TV series "Queen of the South" |
| Josue Linares | Character in the TV series "El Señor de los Cielos" |
| Josue Silva | Character in the film "Elite Squad" |
| Josue Contreras | Character in the film "Traffic" |
| Josue Alvarez | Character in the film "Lions for Lambs" |
| Josue Yrion | Character in the film "Hijos del Maíz" |
| Josue Solis | Character in the film "Shin Godzilla" |
| Josue Velázquez | Character in the film "American Visa" |
| Josue Estrada | Character in the film "The Mule" |
| Josue Cisneros | Character in the film "Miss Bala" |
| Josue González | Character in the film "The Infiltrator" |
| Josue Mendoza | Character in the film "The Godfather - Part III" |
| Josue Zelaya | Character in the film "Kings" |
| Josue Aguilar | Character in the film "Short Term 12" |
| Josue Velazquez | Character in the film "Diego Star" |
| Josue Espinal | Character in the film "The Standoff" |