"God is salvation"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Jeshua
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The ancient Hebrew name meaning 'God is salvation'
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Meaning & Origin
"YHWH saves"
Origin: Aramaic Hebrew
Language: Aramaic
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- Very close to Jesus/Yeshua — some parents may see this as presumptuous in Christian contexts
The Story of Jeshua
Jeshua (also written Yeshua) is an Aramaic/Hebrew form of the name Joshua, derived from 'Yehoshua,' meaning 'God (YHWH) is salvation.' It was a common name in Second Temple Judaism. The name is historically significant as it is the original Aramaic form of the name Jesus (Greek: Iēsous), making it one of the most theologically resonant names in the Abrahamic traditions.
Jeshua appeals to parents in Jewish and Christian communities who want a name with deep scriptural roots but a distinctive sound. It occupies a space between Joshua (very common) and Yeshua (the original Hebrew/Aramaic form), giving it a unique identity.
In the Hebrew Bible, Jeshua appears as the name of the high priest Jeshua ben Jozadak, who led the rebuilding of the Temple after the Babylonian exile. The name's connection to salvation makes it one of the most meaningful names in Jewish and Christian traditions.
Historical Record
Jeshua first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 2,570 babies have been named Jeshua in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jeshua is past its peak , currently ranked #2,484 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jeshua is the original Aramaic form that eventually became 'Jesus' in Greek and Latin translations
- The Hebrew Bible mentions multiple people named Jeshua, including a high priest who oversaw the rebuilding of Jerusalem's Temple after the Babylonian exile
Jeshua in Other Languages
Greek
Ιησούς
Arabic
يشوع
Hebrew
ישוע
Aramaic
ܝܫܘܥ
English
Joshua/Jesus
Popularity Over Time
#2,484
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2005
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Jeshua
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Jeshua ben Jozadak
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High priest of Israel who led the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, mentioned in ...
High priest of Israel who led the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, mentioned in Ezra and Nehemiah
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Joshua (Biblical)
Religious
Moses's successor who led the Israelites into Canaan, the most famous bearer of this name's root
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,484
- Total SSA Count
- 55
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Jewish Christian Arabic
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Josh
Jesh
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jeshua
What does the name Jeshua mean?
"God is salvation" (from Hebrew). "YHWH saves" (from Aramaic Hebrew). Jeshua (also written Yeshua) is an Aramaic/Hebrew form of the name Joshua, derived from 'Yehoshua,' meaning 'God (YHWH) is salvation.' It was a common name in Second Temple Judaism. The name is historically significant as it is the original Aramaic form of the name Jesus (Greek: Iēsous), making it one of the most theologically resonant names in the Abrahamic traditions.
What is the origin of the name Jeshua?
Jeshua has Hebrew, Aramaic Hebrew, Jewish, Christian, and Arabic origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is salvation". In Aramaic Hebrew, it means "YHWH saves".
Is Jeshua a boy or girl name?
Jeshua is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2484. As a girl name, it is ranked #50712. Jeshua is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jeshua?
Jeshua is currently ranked #2484 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jeshua?
Common nicknames for Jeshua include Josh and Jesh.
What are good middle names for Jeshua?
Popular middle name pairings include Jeshua David, Jeshua Benjamin, Jeshua Elijah, Jeshua Samuel, and Jeshua Nathan.
What are good sibling names for Jeshua?
Names that pair well with Jeshua as siblings include Miriam, Caleb, Naomi, Elias, Rebekah, and Solomon.
How many syllables does Jeshua have?
Jeshua has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Jeshua a common or rare name?
Jeshua is an uncommon name, ranked #2484 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Jeshua
Jeshua is a boy name with Hebrew, Jewish, Christian, and Arabic origins . The name means "God is salvation" in Hebrew .
Is Jeshua a boy or girl name? Jeshua is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,484 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #50,712. Jeshua is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jeshua is currently ranked #2,484 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jeshua has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Jeshua include Josh and Jesh. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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