Boys name · Alabama
Joshua in Alabama
Joshua was the 59th most popular boys name in Alabama in 2025, with 74 babies named Joshua that year. Since 1913, Alabama families have named 22,255 babies Joshua.
Popularity over time
Joshua in Alabama, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 | 346th |
| 1934 | 6 | 442nd |
| 1964 | 6 | 449th |
| 1978 | 416 | 10th |
| 1989 | 921 | 2nd |
| 2001 | 448 | 3rd |
| 2013 | 206 | 11th |
| 2025 | 74 | 59th |
Its rank among boys names in Alabama climbed from 346th in 1913 to 59th in 2025.
The most babies named Joshua in Alabama in a single year was 921, in 1989. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1985.
Across the country, Joshua reached its best rank of #1 in Florida (2005). See Joshua in every state →
How popular is Joshua in Alabama?
Joshua was the 59th most popular boys name in Alabama in 2025, with 74 babies named Joshua that year. Since 1913, Alabama families have named 22,255 babies Joshua.
How many babies are named Joshua in Alabama?
In 2025, 74 babies were named Joshua in Alabama. The most babies named Joshua in Alabama in a single year was 921, in 1989.
What is the rank of Joshua in Alabama?
Joshua ranked 59th among boys names in Alabama in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1985.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.