Joshua Carmack

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Joshua Carmack — God is salvation
653K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Joshua Carmack is a name that combines Hebrew origins. 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 Carmack: Adrian Carmack (born 1969), game artist, cofounder of id Software Chris Carmack (born 1980), American actor Edward W. Carmack (1858–1908), American politician George Carmack (1860–1922), American discoverer of gold in the Klondike region Howard Carmack, Internet spammer John Carmack (born 1970), American game programmer, co-founder of id Software Justin Carmack (1981–2000), American child actor Kate Carmack (1862–1920), First Nation woman Kona Carmack (born 1976), American model Carmack Amendment to the Interstate Commerce Act regarding the liability of carriers under receipts and bills of lad. 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: Carmack

English

Adrian Carmack (born 1969), game artist, cofounder of id Software Chris Carmack (born 1980), American actor Edward W. Carmack (1858–1908), American politician George Carmack (1860–1922), American discoverer of gold in the Klondike region Howard Carmack, Internet spammer John Carmack (born 1970), American game programmer, co-founder of id Software Justin Carmack (1981–2000), American child actor Kate Carmack (1862–1920), First Nation woman Kona Carmack (born 1976), American model Carmack Amendment to the Interstate Commerce Act regarding the liability of carriers under receipts and bills of lad.

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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 Carmack

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 Carmack:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Carmack?
The surname Carmack originates from English. Adrian Carmack (born 1969), game artist, cofounder of id Software Chris Carmack (born 1980), American actor Edward W. Carmack (1858–1908), American politician George Carmack (1860–1922), American discoverer of gold in the Klondike region Howard Carmack, Internet spammer John Carmack (born 1970), American game programmer, co-founder of id Software Justin Carmack (1981–2000), American child actor Kate Carmack (1862–1920), First Nation woman Kona Carmack (born 1976), American model Carmack Amendment to the Interstate Commerce Act regarding the liability of carriers under receipts and bills of lad.
What are the origins of the name Joshua Carmack?
The name Joshua Carmack combines two different traditions: the first name Joshua has Hebrew roots, while the surname Carmack originates from English.
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