Boys name · South Dakota
Joshua in South Dakota
Joshua was the 134th most popular boys name in South Dakota in 2025, with 10 babies named Joshua that year. Since 1970, South Dakota families have named 3,739 babies Joshua.
Popularity over time
Joshua in South Dakota, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 | 185th |
| 1978 | 124 | 7th |
| 1985 | 160 | 4th |
| 1993 | 95 | 7th |
| 2000 | 50 | 13th |
| 2008 | 38 | 23rd |
| 2015 | 17 | 89th |
| 2025 | 10 | 134th |
Its rank among boys names in South Dakota climbed from 185th in 1970 to 134th in 2025.
The most babies named Joshua in South Dakota in a single year was 202, 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 South Dakota?
Joshua was the 134th most popular boys name in South Dakota in 2025, with 10 babies named Joshua that year. Since 1970, South Dakota families have named 3,739 babies Joshua.
How many babies are named Joshua in South Dakota?
In 2025, 10 babies were named Joshua in South Dakota. The most babies named Joshua in South Dakota in a single year was 202, in 1981.
What is the rank of Joshua in South Dakota?
Joshua ranked 134th among boys names in South Dakota 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.