"God is salvation"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Arabic
Eesa
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The Quranic name of Jesus, revered across the Muslim world
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Meaning & Origin
"God saves"
Origin: Aramaic
Language: Arabic
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The Story of Eesa
Eesa is the Arabic and Quranic form of Jesus (Yeshua in Hebrew), meaning God is salvation or God saves. In Islamic tradition, Eesa ibn Maryam (Jesus son of Mary) is revered as one of the greatest prophets and messengers of Allah. The name carries enormous spiritual weight across the Muslim world, from Morocco to Indonesia.
Eesa has been consistently used in Muslim communities for over 1,400 years. In Western countries it has become more visible as Muslim diaspora populations have grown and parents seek names that are both authentically Islamic and accessible to non-Arabic speakers.
In Islam, Eesa (Jesus) is mentioned 25 times in the Quran and is considered one of the five most important prophets (Ulul Azm). Naming a son Eesa is an act of deep religious devotion and a connection to Islamic prophetic tradition.
Historical Record
Eesa first appeared in US Social Security records in 2003.
Over 826 babies have been named Eesa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eesa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,043 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Eesa is mentioned in the Quran 25 times, more than any other prophet except Moses
- The name is used by Muslims worldwide and is among the most common names in many Islamic countries
Eesa in Other Languages
Urdu
عیسیٰ
Arabic
عيسى
Persian
عیسی
Spanish
Jesús
Turkish
İsa
Popularity Over Time
#2,043
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Eesa
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Eesa ibn Maryam
Religious
Jesus son of Mary — revered prophet in Islam, one of the Ulul Azm (five greatest prophets)
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,043
- Total SSA Count
- 74
- Cultural Origins
- Muslim Arabic South Asian Turkish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Middle Names
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Frequently Asked Questions About Eesa
What does the name Eesa mean?
"God is salvation" (from Hebrew). "God saves" (from Aramaic). Eesa is the Arabic and Quranic form of Jesus (Yeshua in Hebrew), meaning God is salvation or God saves. In Islamic tradition, Eesa ibn Maryam (Jesus son of Mary) is revered as one of the greatest prophets and messengers of Allah. The name carries enormous spiritual weight across the Muslim world, from Morocco to Indonesia.
What is the origin of the name Eesa?
Eesa has Hebrew, Aramaic, Muslim, Arabic, South Asian, and Turkish origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is salvation". In Aramaic, it means "God saves".
Is Eesa a boy or girl name?
Eesa is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Eesa?
Eesa is currently ranked #2043 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Eesa?
Popular middle name pairings include Eesa Muhammad, Eesa Ali, Eesa Hassan, Eesa Ibrahim, Eesa Khalid, and Eesa Omar.
What are good sibling names for Eesa?
Names that pair well with Eesa as siblings include Musa, Ibrahim, Yusuf, Maryam, Fatimah, and Zaynab.
How many syllables does Eesa have?
Eesa has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Eesa a common or rare name?
Eesa is an uncommon name, ranked #2043 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Eesa
Eesa is a boy name with Muslim, Arabic, South Asian, and Turkish origins . The name means "God is salvation" in Hebrew .
Eesa is currently ranked #2,043 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Eesa has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
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