Name comparison
Joshua vs Nicholas
Joshua is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.4x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Joshua | Nicholas |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,186,043 | 832,535 |
| Global rank | #16 | #31 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 6,745 | 1 in 9,609 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,186,043 | 832,535 |
How they differ
Joshua has approximately 1.2M living bearers compared to 833k for Nicholas - a ratio of about 1.4x.
Joshua originates from unknown origins. Nicholas originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Joshua or Nicholas more popular?
Joshua is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,186,043 estimated living bearers compared to 832,535 for Nicholas. That is roughly 1.4x more bearers of Joshua.
What is the difference in origin between Joshua and Nicholas?
Joshua originates from unknown sources. Nicholas originates from unknown sources.
Are Joshua and Nicholas used for the same gender?
Both Joshua and Nicholas are predominantly used as male names.
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