Joshu at a glance
- Meaning
- The Lord is salvation
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Religion
- Christian
- Gender
- boy
- Pronunciation
- JO-shu
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- uncommon
- Variants & Spellings
- Joshua, Joshuiya, Joshooah, Joshooia, Joshuie, Joshuiyah
Lucky details for Joshu
- Number
- 5
- Color
- Turquoise
- Stone
- Emerald
- Flower
- Lavender
- Day
- Wednesday
- Planet
- Mercury
- Zodiac
- Gemini
- Metal
- Mercury alloy
Joshu is a Hebrew name meaning “the lord is salvation”. It is a spelling variant of Joshua and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Joshu for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Joshu reduce to 5, a number linked with Mercury and with people who are charming, articulate, a natural at making friends anywhere.
Numerology
Chaldean value 5 — Quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety.
Personality
Quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety
Positive Traits
Charming, articulate, a natural at making friends anywhere
Negative Traits
Gets restless with routine and may struggle to sit still
Career Suggestions
Marketing, sales, journalism, software, entrepreneurship
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FAQs about the name Joshu
What does the name Joshu mean?
Joshu means “the lord is salvation” and comes from a Hebrew root.
Is Joshu a boy or girl name?
Joshu is most often used as a boy name today.
How do you pronounce Joshu?
Joshu is pronounced JO-shu (2 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Joshu?
The lucky number for Joshu is 5, ruled by Mercury.
What are good nicknames for Joshu?
Popular short forms include Josh, Josi, Josy, Joy.
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