Josue is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #14782 in 1997 with 5 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 10 births ranking #8454. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 50.0%. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 348,132 girls born was named Josue. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Josue is an international form related to Joshua and carries the same broad meaning, "Yahweh is salvation". It feels lighter and more continental in style while keeping the same scriptural depth.
The name is used especially in Spanish-speaking and French-influenced settings and belongs to the wider Joshua family. Its modern appeal comes from offering biblical roots in a slightly different rhythm.