Boys name · Nebraska
Joshua in Nebraska
In 2025, 21 babies born in Nebraska were named Joshua, making it the #130 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1970, add up to 8,380.
Popularity over time
Joshua in Nebraska, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 | #273 |
| 1978 | 274 | #6 |
| 1986 | 298 | #5 |
| 1994 | 176 | #9 |
| 2001 | 141 | #6 |
| 2009 | 68 | #33 |
| 2017 | 31 | #89 |
| 2025 | 21 | #130 |
Nebraska had the most Joshua births in 1981, with 390. Joshua's highest rank in Nebraska was #3, set in 1981.
Rank swung between #3 (1981) and #273 (1970) in Nebraska, from #273 in 1970 to #130 in 2025.
Nationally, Joshua's strongest state was Florida, where it hit #1 in 2005. See Joshua in every state →
How popular is Joshua in Nebraska?
In 2025, 21 babies born in Nebraska were named Joshua, making it the #130 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1970, add up to 8,380.
How many babies are named Joshua in Nebraska?
In 2025, 21 babies born in Nebraska were named Joshua.
What is the rank of Joshua in Nebraska?
Joshua's 2025 rank among boys names in Nebraska was #130.
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.