Jeshua

Boy Name #2,484 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

The ancient Hebrew name meaning 'God is salvation'

Hebrew Jewish Christian Arabic

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Meaning & Origin

"God is salvation"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

"YHWH saves"

Origin: Aramaic Hebrew

Language: Aramaic

Things to Know About This Name

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.

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

Famous People Named Jeshua

Jeshua ben Jozadak

Religious

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

Joshua (Biblical)

Religious

Moses's successor who led the Israelites into Canaan, the most famous bearer of this name's root

Quick Facts

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

Pairs Well With

Jeshua David Jeshua Benjamin Jeshua Elijah Jeshua Samuel Jeshua Nathan

Sibling Names

Miriam Caleb Naomi Elias Rebekah Solomon

Also a Girl Name

Jeshua is also used as a girl name, ranked #50712.

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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.