Josh
/dzhahsh/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Josh is a English name meaning "God rescues". Josh is derived from the Hebrew name Yehoshua (יְהוֹשֻׁעַ), which combines 'Yeho' (a shortened form of Yahweh, meaning 'God') and 'shua' (meaning 'to save' or 'deliver').
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic dzhahsh
IPA d͡ʒɑʃ
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as dzhahsh. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Josh
- · Josh Hartnett - Actor
- · Josh Groban - Singer
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