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Ever wondered the meaning and origin of the name Joshua?


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Borne in the Bible by the Israelite leader who took command of the Children of Israel after the death of Moses and led the after many battles, to take possession of the Promised Land. The name, long favoured by Jews and Nonconformist Christians, enjoyed a great surge in popularity in the 1990s. Well known bearers of the name include American-born violinist Joshua Bell and actor Joshua Hartnett.
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