Joshua Borges

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Joshua Borges — God is salvation
653K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Joshua Borges is a name combining Hebrew origins, bringing together "God is salvation" (Joshua) with "of the town" (Borges). The first name Joshua is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. From the Hebrew Yehoshua (יְהוֹשֻׁעַ), meaning "God is salvation." Leader of the Israelites after Moses who led them into Canaan. The surname Borges: Borges (Spanish: [ˈboɾxes], European Portuguese: [ˈbɔɾʒɨʃ]) is a Portuguese and Spanish surname. Jorge Luis Borges, the most notable person with this name, notes that his family name, like Burgess in English, means "of the town", "bourgeois". António Borges (1949–2013), Portuguese economist and banker António Borges (equestrian) (1906–2011), Portuguese horse rider Ary Borges (born 1999), Brazilian footballer Carlos Borges (1932–2014), Uruguayan footballer Celso Borges (born 1988), Costa Rican footballer Fernanda Borges (born 1969), East Timorese politician Francisco L. Joshua is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 653K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Joshua reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Joshua

Meaning: God is salvation

Hebrew

From the Hebrew Yehoshua (יְהוֹשֻׁעַ), meaning "God is salvation." Leader of the Israelites after Moses who led them into Canaan.

Surname: Borges

Meaning: of the town

Spanish

Borges (Spanish: [ˈboɾxes], European Portuguese: [ˈbɔɾʒɨʃ]) is a Portuguese and Spanish surname. Jorge Luis Borges, the most notable person with this name, notes that his family name, like Burgess in English, means "of the town", "bourgeois". António Borges (1949–2013), Portuguese economist and banker António Borges (equestrian) (1906–2011), Portuguese horse rider Ary Borges (born 1999), Brazilian footballer Carlos Borges (1932–2014), Uruguayan footballer Celso Borges (born 1988), Costa Rican footballer Fernanda Borges (born 1969), East Timorese politician Francisco L.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Joshua is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Joshua by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Joshua Borges

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Joshua Borges:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Joshua?
The first name Joshua originates from Hebrew. From the Hebrew Yehoshua (יְהוֹשֻׁעַ), meaning "God is salvation." Leader of the Israelites after Moses who led them into Canaan.
When was Joshua most popular?
The name Joshua reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Borges?
The surname Borges originates from Spanish. Borges (Spanish: [ˈboɾxes], European Portuguese: [ˈbɔɾʒɨʃ]) is a Portuguese and Spanish surname. Jorge Luis Borges, the most notable person with this name, notes that his family name, like Burgess in English, means "of the town", "bourgeois". António Borges (1949–2013), Portuguese economist and banker António Borges (equestrian) (1906–2011), Portuguese horse rider Ary Borges (born 1999), Brazilian footballer Carlos Borges (1932–2014), Uruguayan footballer Celso Borges (born 1988), Costa Rican footballer Fernanda Borges (born 1969), East Timorese politician Francisco L.
What are the origins of the name Joshua Borges?
The name Joshua Borges combines two different traditions: the first name Joshua has Hebrew roots, while the surname Borges originates from Spanish.
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