Name comparison
Joshua vs Steven
Joshua is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.1x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Joshua | Steven |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,186,043 | 1,035,603 |
| Global rank | #16 | #22 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 6,745 | 1 in 7,725 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,186,043 | 1,035,603 |
How they differ
Joshua has approximately 1.2M living bearers compared to 1.0M for Steven - a ratio of about 1.1x.
Joshua originates from unknown origins. Steven originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Joshua or Steven more popular?
Joshua is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,186,043 estimated living bearers compared to 1,035,603 for Steven. That is roughly 1.1x more bearers of Joshua.
What is the difference in origin between Joshua and Steven?
Joshua originates from unknown sources. Steven originates from unknown sources.
Are Joshua and Steven used for the same gender?
Both Joshua and Steven are predominantly used as male names.
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