Jesus

Pronunciation: [ j-EEZ-uhs ]

Boy Name #164 Most Popular Steady 2 Syllables

A name of profound faith and ancient salvation

Spanish Latin American Mexican Filipino

Spiritual Traditional Strong Classic

Meaning & Origin

"Yahweh saves; God is salvation"

Origin: Hebrew (Yeshua)

Language: Hebrew

"God saves"

Origin: Greek via Latin

Language: Latin

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.

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

Famous People Named Jesus

Jesús Navas

Athlete

1985

Spanish professional footballer who won the 2010 FIFA World Cup and multiple La Liga titles

Jesús Alou

Athlete

1942

Dominican professional baseball player and one of the famous Alou baseball family

Jesús Guerrero Galván

Artist

1910

Mexican painter known for his post-revolutionary muralism and indigenous subject matter

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

Common Nicknames

Chuy Jess Jessie

Pairs Well With

Jesus Miguel Jesus Antonio Jesus Emanuel Jesus David Jesus Angel Jesus Alejandro

Sibling Names

Maria Jose Angel Gabriel Sofia Emanuel

Also a Girl Name

Jesus is also used as a girl name, ranked #38644.

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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.