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Yusha
Yusha Pronunciation
Yusha is pronounced YOO-shah /ˈju.ʃɑ/Medium
Meaning: From Arabic Yusha (Yusha ibn Nun) — the Quranic/Arabic form of Joshua, from Hebrew Yehoshua, 'God is salvation; the Lord saves'Medium
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History & Origin
Yusha is the Arabic and Quranic form of Joshua — from Hebrew Yehoshua, 'God is salvation; the Lord saves'. The prophet Yusha ibn Nun, who succeeded Moses and led the Israelites into the promised land, honoured in Islamic tradition. A soft, devout name (said 'YOO-shah').
In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, God-is-salvation at the root, and devout.
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How do you pronounce Yusha?
Yusha is pronounced YOO-shah (/ˈju.ʃɑ/). Press play above to hear Yusha said aloud.
How do you say Yusha?
Yusha is said YOO-shah (/ˈju.ʃɑ/). Press play above to hear Yusha said aloud.
What does the name Yusha mean?
Yusha is the Arabic Joshua — Hebrew 'God is salvation; the Lord saves'.
Is Yusha a boy or girl name?
Yusha is a boy's name.
How popular is Yusha?
Yusha is a rare name in the U.S.