Boys name · Arkansas
Joshua in Arkansas
Joshua was the 66th most popular boys name in Arkansas in 2025, with 46 babies named Joshua that year. Since 1916, Arkansas families have named 12,777 babies Joshua.
Popularity over time
Joshua in Arkansas, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 | 392nd |
| 1942 | 8 | 298th |
| 1978 | 298 | 8th |
| 1987 | 446 | 2nd |
| 1997 | 260 | 6th |
| 2006 | 192 | 6th |
| 2016 | 85 | 30th |
| 2025 | 46 | 66th |
Its rank among boys names in Arkansas climbed from 392nd in 1916 to 66th in 2025.
The most babies named Joshua in Arkansas in a single year was 519, in 1981. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1981.
Across the country, Joshua reached its best rank of #1 in Florida (2005). See Joshua in every state →
How popular is Joshua in Arkansas?
Joshua was the 66th most popular boys name in Arkansas in 2025, with 46 babies named Joshua that year. Since 1916, Arkansas families have named 12,777 babies Joshua.
How many babies are named Joshua in Arkansas?
In 2025, 46 babies were named Joshua in Arkansas. The most babies named Joshua in Arkansas in a single year was 519, in 1981.
What is the rank of Joshua in Arkansas?
Joshua ranked 66th among boys names in Arkansas in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1981.
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.