Boys name · New York
Joshua in New York
Joshua was the 63rd most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 258 babies named Joshua that year. Since 1911, New York families have named 67,735 babies Joshua.
Popularity over time
Joshua in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 7 | 268th |
| 1929 | 6 | 580th |
| 1945 | 16 | 345th |
| 1961 | 76 | 246th |
| 1977 | 883 | 26th |
| 1993 | 1,932 | 12th |
| 2009 | 1,107 | 14th |
| 2025 | 258 | 63rd |
Its rank among boys names in New York climbed from 268th in 1911 to 63rd in 2025.
The most babies named Joshua in New York in a single year was 2,185, in 1989. Its best showing was 8th among boys names in 2007.
Across the country, Joshua reached its best rank of #1 in Florida (2005). See Joshua in every state →
How popular is Joshua in New York?
Joshua was the 63rd most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 258 babies named Joshua that year. Since 1911, New York families have named 67,735 babies Joshua.
How many babies are named Joshua in New York?
In 2025, 258 babies were named Joshua in New York. The most babies named Joshua in New York in a single year was 2,185, in 1989.
What is the rank of Joshua in New York?
Joshua ranked 63rd among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 8th among boys names in 2007.
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.