Jeshua Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jeshua originates from Hebrew, meaning 'Yahweh is salvation'. It evolved from Yeshua and Joshua, reflecting its linguistic journey. The name is associated with traits of faith and resilience, with notable biblical relevance through its connection to figures in scripture.
The name Jeshua is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jeshua has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jeshua' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4186th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2658th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1546th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2425th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Jeshua' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeshua"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛʃuːə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jeshua is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yeshua', which means 'Yahweh is salvation'. It is a form of the name Joshua, which is also rooted in the Hebrew language.
Meaning
salvation
Language Evolution
Yeshua, Joshua, Jeshua
Biblical Background
Jeshua is a significant figure in the Hebrew Bible, known as the high priest who returned from Babylonian exile and played a crucial role in rebuilding the Jewish community in Jerusalem.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the post-exilic period in Jewish history and has been used in various forms in Christian contexts since the New Testament.
Variants & Derivatives
Yeshua, Joshua, Jesse
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Jeshua is perceived as a unique and spiritually significant name, often associated with faith and religious heritage.
Famous People
Jeshua ben Jehozadak, a prominent high priest in the Old Testament, Jeshua in various religious texts
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeshua"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jeshua"
"Jeshua" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4186th of 10718 | 98 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2658th of 16616 | 369 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1546th of 24088 | 1,441 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2425th of 23106 | 662 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeshua" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
38.90% 2457th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.15% 2252nd/4582 |
39.78% 2054th/5164 |
20.58% 1505th/7313 |
14.16% 1057th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
29.43% 2008th/6822 |
28.35% 1779th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeshua" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jeshua"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeshua" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.