Joshua Knapp

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Joshua Knapp — God is salvation
653K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Joshua Knapp 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 Knapp: Adeline Knapp (1860–1909) American journalist, author, and social activist Alexis Knapp (born 1989), American actress Andrew Knapp (born 1991), American baseball player Anthonie Knapp, American football player Anthony W. Knapp (born 1941), American mathematician Bliss Knapp (1877–1958), American Christian Scientist Brooke Knapp (born 1940), American aviator and realtor Charles Knapp (1868–1936), American classical scholar Charles Boynton Knapp (born 1946), American academic Chauncey 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: Knapp

English

Adeline Knapp (1860–1909) American journalist, author, and social activist Alexis Knapp (born 1989), American actress Andrew Knapp (born 1991), American baseball player Anthonie Knapp, American football player Anthony W. Knapp (born 1941), American mathematician Bliss Knapp (1877–1958), American Christian Scientist Brooke Knapp (born 1940), American aviator and realtor Charles Knapp (1868–1936), American classical scholar Charles Boynton Knapp (born 1946), American academic Chauncey 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 Knapp

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 Knapp:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

11
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Knapp?
The surname Knapp originates from English. Adeline Knapp (1860–1909) American journalist, author, and social activist Alexis Knapp (born 1989), American actress Andrew Knapp (born 1991), American baseball player Anthonie Knapp, American football player Anthony W. Knapp (born 1941), American mathematician Bliss Knapp (1877–1958), American Christian Scientist Brooke Knapp (born 1940), American aviator and realtor Charles Knapp (1868–1936), American classical scholar Charles Boynton Knapp (born 1946), American academic Chauncey L.
What are the origins of the name Joshua Knapp?
The name Joshua Knapp combines two different traditions: the first name Joshua has Hebrew roots, while the surname Knapp originates from English.
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