Name comparison
Joshua vs Paul
Joshua is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Joshua | Paul |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,186,043 | 783,600 |
| Global rank | #16 | #39 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 6,745 | 1 in 10,209 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,186,043 | 783,600 |
How they differ
Joshua has approximately 1.2M living bearers compared to 784k for Paul - a ratio of about 1.5x.
Joshua originates from unknown origins. Paul originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Joshua or Paul more popular?
Joshua is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,186,043 estimated living bearers compared to 783,600 for Paul. That is roughly 1.5x more bearers of Joshua.
What is the difference in origin between Joshua and Paul?
Joshua originates from unknown sources. Paul originates from unknown sources.
Are Joshua and Paul used for the same gender?
Both Joshua and Paul are predominantly used as male names.
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