Yeshaya Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: yeh-SHAH-yah /jɛˈʃa.jə/
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God saves
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Yeshaya is of Hebrew origin, derived from the root word 'yasha', meaning 'to save' or 'to deliver'. The name itself can be translated to mean 'Yahweh is salvation', reflecting a deep theological significance within the Jewish tradition.
The name appears in various forms across languages, including the Greek 'Isaiah' and the Latin 'Isaias', which were used in early Christian texts. The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Latin Vulgate and the subsequent translations of the Bible, notably the King James Version in the early 17th century, which popularized the name in its Anglicized form, Isaiah.
Historically, Yeshaya is associated with the biblical prophet Isaiah, who lived in the 8th century BCE. Isaiah is a significant figure in both Judaism and Christianity, known for his prophecies concerning the coming of the Messiah and the future of Israel.
His writings, which form a substantial part of the Hebrew Bible, have had a profound impact on religious thought and literature throughout the centuries. The Book of Isaiah has been a source of inspiration and reflection for countless generations, contributing to the name's enduring legacy.
Culturally, Yeshaya embodies themes of hope, redemption, and divine intervention, making it a name of considerable resonance within Jewish tradition. The name's association with prophetic vision and spiritual insight has contributed to its significance in religious contexts.
In addition, diminutive forms such as Yesh or Yeshi may be used affectionately, although they are less formal. Overall, Yeshaya's historical and cultural roots reflect a rich tapestry of religious significance and linguistic evolution.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yeshaya was first seen in the United States in 1976.
Yeshaya has ranked as high as #6171 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, and Maryland.
In the past 5 years the name Yeshaya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Yeshaya is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Yeshaya was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Yeshaya.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 42 | 42 |
| 2024 | 44 | 44 |
| 2023 | 33 | 33 |
| 2022 | 34 | 34 |
| 2021 | 28 | 28 |
| 2020 | 35 | 35 |
| 2019 | 39 | 39 |
| 2018 | 26 | 26 |
| 2017 | 29 | 29 |
| 2016 | 30 | 30 |
| 2015 | 23 | 23 |
| 2014 | 29 | 29 |
| 2013 | 33 | 33 |
| 2012 | 27 | 27 |
| 2011 | 23 | 23 |
| 2010 | 28 | 28 |
| 2009 | 24 | 24 |
| 2008 | 26 | 26 |
| 2007 | 24 | 24 |
| 2006 | 20 | 20 |
| 2005 | 16 | 16 |
| 2004 | 19 | 19 |
| 2003 | 21 | 21 |
| 2002 | 12 | 12 |
| 2001 | 12 | 12 |
| 2000 | 13 | 13 |
| 1999 | 15 | 15 |
| 1998 | 18 | 18 |
| 1997 | 13 | 13 |
| 1996 | 10 | 10 |
| 1995 | 7 | 7 |
| 1994 | 15 | 15 |
| 1993 | 10 | 10 |
| 1992 | 8 | 8 |
| 1991 | 10 | 10 |
| 1990 | 7 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 | 6 |
| 1988 | 7 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 | 7 |
| 1983 | 6 | 6 |
| 1982 | 9 | 9 |
| 1976 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Yeshaya (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NJ | 21 | |
| NY | 10 |