Joshua-John is a distinctive choice, ranked #4812 in 2017. Your child is likely to be the only Joshua-John in their class.
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UK Rank 2017
#4812
About the Name Joshua-John
Joshua-John is holding steady in the rankings at #4812. It reached its peak of #4805 in 2012 and has maintained consistent levels since — the hallmark of a name with lasting rather than trend-driven appeal. The name has been relatively new to UK records, first appearing in 2012.
Joshua-John is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Joshua-John
Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Joshua-John per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Joshua-John in his class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Joshua-John has held a stable position around #4812 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #4805 in 2012 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
Joshua-John is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.
3
UK babies named Joshua-John (2017)
< 1
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
< 1
In a school of 600
↓ 7 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Joshua-John
Likely around 1 other Joshua-John in the class
UK Popularity (2012–2017)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
No US data available for this name
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