Yishai Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyee-SHY / /jiːˈʃaɪ/Hebrew
Meaning
Yishai (Hebrew: 'gift')
Historical & Cultural Background
Yishai is a Hebrew name, often associated with biblical figures, including Jesse, the father of King David. In Jewish tradition, names carry significant meaning and are often chosen for their spiritual implications. The name reflects themes of blessing and divine favor.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Yishay
- Yishaiy
International Variants
- Jesse (English)
- Jesse (Spanish)
Famous people named Yishai
Yishai Schlissel — Israeli activist.
Yishai Cohen — Israeli musician.
Fictional characters named Yishai
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yishai was first seen in the United States in 1990. Yishai has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Yishai has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yishai (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 15 |