"God saves / Yahweh is salvation"
Origin: Hebrew (Yeshua)
Language: English
Jesus
Pronunciation: [ j-EEZ-uhs ]
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- Religious connotations may feel presumptuous in some cultures
The Story of Jesus
Jesús derives from the Hebrew name Yeshua meaning Yahweh saves, through Greek Iesous and Latin Iesus. While primarily used for males in honor of Jesus Christ, the name has a small tradition of female use in Latin American communities, sometimes given to daughters born on Christmas Day or in deeply devout families. Its use for a girl reflects profound religious devotion that transcends gender convention.
The male name Jesús ranks among the most popular in Spanish-speaking countries; its use for girls is exceedingly rare and typically represents a deeply religious family's devotion or a cultural tradition of honoring the sacred name regardless of gender.
Giving a daughter the name Jesús is a profound gesture in Latin Catholic culture, reflecting spiritual devotion that transcends gender conventions. It carries deep reverence and a boldness that comes only from complete religious conviction.
Historical Record
Jesus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,965 babies have been named Jesus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jesus is past its peak , currently ranked #38,644 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Yeshua was one of the most common names in first-century Judea
- The name Jesus has been given to children in honor of Christ throughout the Catholic world for over a millennium
Jesus in Other Languages
French
Jésus
Italian
Gesù
Spanish
Jesús
Portuguese
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Popularity Over Time
#38,644
Current Rank
Rare
Trend
Peaked 1975
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #38,644
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Latin American Christian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Chuy
Susa
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jesus
What does the name Jesus mean?
"God saves / Yahweh is salvation" (from Hebrew (Yeshua)). Jesús derives from the Hebrew name Yeshua meaning Yahweh saves, through Greek Iesous and Latin Iesus. While primarily used for males in honor of Jesus Christ, the name has a small tradition of female use in Latin American communities, sometimes given to daughters born on Christmas Day or in deeply devout families. Its use for a girl reflects profound religious devotion that transcends gender convention.
What is the origin of the name Jesus?
Jesus has Hebrew (Yeshua), Spanish, Latin American, and Christian origins. In Hebrew (Yeshua), it means "God saves / Yahweh is salvation".
Is Jesus a boy or girl name?
Jesus is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #38644. As a boy name, it is ranked #164. 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 #38644 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jesus?
Common nicknames for Jesus include Chuy, Susa, and Jesse.
What are good middle names for Jesus?
Popular middle name pairings include Jesus Maria, Jesus de la Luz, Jesus Esperanza, Jesus Consuelo, and Jesus Graciela.
What are good sibling names for Jesus?
Names that pair well with Jesus as siblings include María, José, Guadalupe, and Concepción.
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 an uncommon name, ranked #38644 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jesus
Jesus is a girl name with Spanish, Latin American, and Christian origins . The name means "God saves / Yahweh is salvation" in Hebrew (Yeshua) .
Is Jesus a boy or girl name? Jesus is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #38,644 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #164. Jesus is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jesus is currently ranked #38,644 in popularity for girl 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, Susa, and Jesse. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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