Joshua Doster

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Joshua Doster — God is salvation
653K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Joshua Doster 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 Doster: David Doster (born 1970), American baseball player Frank Doster (1847–1933), American judge Merav Doster (born 1976), Israeli screenwriter Reggie Doster (born 1976), American football player Docter (surname) 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: Doster

English

David Doster (born 1970), American baseball player Frank Doster (1847–1933), American judge Merav Doster (born 1976), Israeli screenwriter Reggie Doster (born 1976), American football player Docter (surname)

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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 Doster

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 Doster:

11
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Doster?
The surname Doster originates from English. David Doster (born 1970), American baseball player Frank Doster (1847–1933), American judge Merav Doster (born 1976), Israeli screenwriter Reggie Doster (born 1976), American football player Docter (surname)
What are the origins of the name Joshua Doster?
The name Joshua Doster combines two different traditions: the first name Joshua has Hebrew roots, while the surname Doster originates from English.
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