Name comparison
Joshua vs Thomas
Thomas is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.2x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Joshua | Thomas |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,186,043 | 1,399,807 |
| Global rank | #16 | #11 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 6,745 | 1 in 5,715 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,186,043 | 1,399,807 |
How they differ
Thomas has approximately 1.4M living bearers compared to 1.2M for Joshua - a ratio of about 1.2x.
Joshua originates from unknown origins. Thomas originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Joshua or Thomas more popular?
Thomas is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,399,807 estimated living bearers compared to 1,186,043 for Joshua. That is roughly 1.2x more bearers of Thomas.
What is the difference in origin between Joshua and Thomas?
Joshua originates from unknown sources. Thomas originates from unknown sources.
Are Joshua and Thomas used for the same gender?
Both Joshua and Thomas are predominantly used as male names.
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