Yeshua Boy

Popularity: #715 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: yeh-SHOO-ah /jɛˈʃuːə/

Origin: Hebrew; Aramaic

Meaning: Hebrew: salvation; Aramaic: to save

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Yeshua is of Hebrew origin, derived from the root verb "yasha," meaning "to save" or "to deliver." In its earliest forms, Yeshua appears in the Hebrew Bible, where it is a variant of the name Joshua (Yehoshua), which translates to "Yahweh is salvation." The name transitioned into Greek as Iesous, which was used in the New Testament, and later into Latin as Iesus, before being adopted into Old French and eventually English as Jesus. This linguistic journey reflects the name's deep roots in Jewish tradition and its significance in early Christianity.

Historically, Yeshua is closely associated with Jesus of Nazareth, a central figure in Christianity, who is believed to have lived in the 1st century CE. The name is mentioned in various biblical texts, including the Gospels, where it is used to refer to Jesus in the context of his teachings and miracles.

The King James Bible, published in 1611, further solidified the use of the name in English-speaking contexts, although it primarily uses the Latin-derived form Jesus. The name Yeshua itself is still used in some Jewish communities, particularly in Messianic contexts, reflecting its enduring significance.

Culturally, Yeshua embodies themes of salvation and deliverance, resonating deeply within both Jewish and Christian traditions. In Jewish thought, the name is associated with figures like Joshua, who led the Israelites into the Promised Land, symbolizing hope and divine assistance.

In Christianity, Yeshua represents the fulfillment of messianic prophecies and the promise of salvation. The name's historical and spiritual weight has contributed to its lasting presence in religious discourse, and its variations, such as the Aramaic form Yeshu, are also of interest in scholarly studies of early Christian texts.

Famous people named Yeshua

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Yeshua is a religious figure best known for being central to Christianity and the New Testament.

Fictional characters named Yeshua

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Yeshua is a fictional character from the religious texts of Christianity, particularly the New Testament. He is regarded as the central figure of Christianity, believed to be the Son of God and the Messiah.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Yeshua, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Yeshua. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

JoshuaYosefYonaYairYakovJonahEzraMicah

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Yeshua was first seen in the United States in 1976.

Yeshua has ranked as high as #2041 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois.

In the past 5 years the name Yeshua has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Yeshua 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 Yeshua 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 Yeshua.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 225 225
2024 229 229
2023 171 171
2022 105 105
2021 96 96
2020 110 110
2019 113 113
2018 103 103
2017 142 142
2016 148 148
2015 117 117
2014 145 145
2013 137 137
2012 136 136
2011 97 97
2010 98 98
2009 76 76
2008 65 65
2007 74 74
2006 66 66
2005 71 71
2004 48 48
2003 18 18
2002 16 16
2001 9 9
2000 9 9
1999 15 15
1998 15 15
1997 7 7
1996 5 5
1995 6 6
1994 8 8
1993 6 6
1990 7 7
1989 5 5
1976 5 5

Top States for Yeshua (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
TX 39
21%
CA 33
18%
FL 30
16%
NY 15
8%
NJ 11
6%
IL 10
5%
NC 9
5%
GA 8
4%
SC 6
3%
MA 6
3%
CT 6
3%
IN 5
3%
WA 5
3%
LA 5
3%