Yeshua
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Salvation, God saves
Origin: Hebrew/Aramaic
Popularity: Ranked #1007 in 2025 with 225 babies born.
History: The Hebrew/Aramaic form of Jesus, meaning God saves or salvation. It was a common name in ancient Israel. In modern use, it is found in both Jewish and Christian contexts, carrying profound spiritual significance.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Yeshua? About 1 in 14,793 babies born in 2025 were named Yeshua, or roughly 0.6 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Yeshua
What does the name Yeshua mean?
Yeshua means “Salvation, God saves” from Hebrew/Aramaic roots.
What is the origin of the name Yeshua?
Yeshua has Hebrew/Aramaic origin. The traditional meaning is “Salvation, God saves”.
How popular is Yeshua?
Yeshua ranked #1005 in 2025 — given to 225 babies that year.
When was Yeshua most popular?
Yeshua peaked in 2024 with 229 babies registered that year.
Is Yeshua a boy or girl name?
Yeshua is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Yeshuas in registered births are male.
Is the name Yeshua rising or falling in popularity?
Yeshua has risen 520 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1525 in 2020 to #1005 in 2025.
How long has Yeshua been recorded?
Yeshua appears in birth records across 36 years — from 1976 through 2025.