"Yahweh saves; God is salvation"
Origin: Hebrew (Yeshua)
Language: Hebrew
Jesus
Pronunciation: [ j-EEZ-uhs ]
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Things to Know About This Name
- Some secular Western parents consider naming a child Jesus taboo or presumptuous; strongly associated with Christian faith
The Story of Jesus
Jesus is the Latin and Greek form of the Hebrew name Yeshua (ישוע), itself a contraction of Yehoshua (Joshua), meaning 'Yahweh saves' or 'God is salvation.' The name entered European languages through the Latin Vulgate Bible and was kept sacred in most Western Christian traditions, where it was rarely given to children. However, in Spanish-speaking cultures, naming children Jesús has long been a deeply honored religious tradition, an act of faith and devotion.
Jesús has been a top name in Mexico and Latin America for generations, deeply embedded in Catholic naming traditions. In the United States, it consistently ranks in the top 100 among Hispanic communities. The name's US popularity reflects the large and growing Mexican-American and Latin American immigrant populations.
In Latin American Catholic culture, naming a son Jesús is a profound act of religious devotion. Far from presumptuous, it follows a centuries-old tradition of honoring Christ through one's children's names. In Mexico, Chuy is the universally recognized nickname that gives the name everyday warmth. In the Philippines, Jesús is also common in Catholic communities.
Historical Record
Jesus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 220,827 babies have been named Jesus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jesus is past its peak , currently ranked #164 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- In Mexico, 'Chuy' is the almost universal nickname for Jesús
- Jesús has been a top-50 name in Mexico for over a century
- The Hebrew original, Yeshua, was one of the most common names in 1st-century Judea
Jesus in Other Languages
Greek
Ιησούς
Arabic
عيسى (Isa)
Hebrew
ישוע (Yeshua)
Spanish
Jesús
Filipino
Hesus
Portuguese
Jesus
Popularity Over Time
#164
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2001
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jesus
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Jesús Navas
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1985
Spanish professional footballer who won the 2010 FIFA World Cup and multiple La Liga titles
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Jesús Alou
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1942
Dominican professional baseball player and one of the famous Alou baseball family
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Jesús Guerrero Galván
Artist
1910
Mexican painter known for his post-revolutionary muralism and indigenous subject matter
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #164
- Total SSA Count
- 2,210
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Latin American Mexican Filipino
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jesus
What does the name Jesus mean?
"Yahweh saves; God is salvation" (from Hebrew (Yeshua)). "God saves" (from Greek via Latin). Jesus is the Latin and Greek form of the Hebrew name Yeshua (ישוע), itself a contraction of Yehoshua (Joshua), meaning 'Yahweh saves' or 'God is salvation.' The name entered European languages through the Latin Vulgate Bible and was kept sacred in most Western Christian traditions, where it was rarely given to children. However, in Spanish-speaking cultures, naming children Jesús has long been a deeply honored religious tradition, an act of faith and devotion.
What is the origin of the name Jesus?
Jesus has Hebrew (Yeshua), Greek via Latin, Spanish, Latin American, Mexican, and Filipino origins. In Hebrew (Yeshua), it means "Yahweh saves; God is salvation". In Greek via Latin, it means "God saves".
Is Jesus a boy or girl name?
Jesus is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #164. As a girl name, it is ranked #38644. Jesus is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Jesus?
Jesus is pronounced j-EEZ-uhs.
How popular is the name Jesus?
Jesus is currently ranked #164 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jesus?
Common nicknames for Jesus include Chuy, Jess, and Jessie.
What are good middle names for Jesus?
Popular middle name pairings include Jesus Miguel, Jesus Antonio, Jesus Emanuel, Jesus David, Jesus Angel, and Jesus Alejandro.
What are good sibling names for Jesus?
Names that pair well with Jesus as siblings include Maria, Jose, Angel, Gabriel, Sofia, and Emanuel.
How many syllables does Jesus have?
Jesus has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jesus a common or rare name?
Jesus is a popular name, ranked #164 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Jesus
Jesus is a boy name with Spanish, Latin American, Mexican, and Filipino origins . The name means "Yahweh saves; God is salvation" in Hebrew (Yeshua) .
Is Jesus a boy or girl name? Jesus is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #164 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #38,644. Jesus is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jesus is currently ranked #164 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jesus has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-EEZ-uhs, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jesus include Chuy, Jess, and Jessie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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