Yeshua Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yeshua is a Hebrew name meaning 'salvation' and is a variant of Joshua. It has evolved through historical forms such as Yehoshua and Yeshua, reflecting its deep roots in Jewish tradition. The name has significant biblical relevance as it refers to Jesus, the central figure in Christianity, and gained popularity in ancient Judea. Today, Yeshua is viewed with respect and spiritual significance, representing a connection to faith and heritage.
The name Yeshua is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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. From 2020-2022, Yeshua 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, 'Yeshua' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9536th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2284th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1369th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Yeshua' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yeshua"
Pronunciation
/jɛʃuːə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Yeshua is derived from the Hebrew verb 'yasha', meaning 'to save' or 'to deliver'. It is a variant of the name Joshua.
Meaning
salvation
Language Evolution
Yehoshua (Hebrew), Yeshua (Aramaic, later Hebrew)
Biblical Background
Yeshua is the Hebrew name for Jesus, who is a central figure in Christianity, recognized as the Messiah.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the Second Temple period in Judea and became widely used among Jewish communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Jesus, Joshua, Jeshua
Modern Popularity & Image
Yeshua is increasingly recognized in both religious and secular contexts, often associated with spiritual significance and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Yeshua ben Yosef (Jesus Christ), Yeshua ibn Nun (Joshua)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yeshua"
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 "Yeshua"
"Yeshua" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9536th of 16616 | 37 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2284th of 24088 | 820 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1369th of 23106 | 1,615 |
Regional Popularity of "Yeshua" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
61.50% 2818th/4582 |
42.62% 2201st/5164 |
26.90% 1967th/7313 |
21.59% 1611th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
47.41% 1889th/3984 |
30.42% 1365th/4487 |
18.62% 1270th/6822 |
17.97% 1128th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Yeshua" 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 "Yeshua"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yeshua" 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.