Jesus
God is salvation — a boy name of Hebrew/Greek origin
Popularity of Jesus in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Jesus
Jesus is the Greek and Latin rendering of the Hebrew name Yeshua, or Joshua, meaning "God is salvation." It is, of course, the name of the central figure of Christianity, Jesus of Nazareth, whose life and teachings form the foundation of the Christian faith. While English speakers largely reserve the name out of reverence, Jesus remains an extremely common and cherished given name throughout the Spanish-speaking world, carried with great pride as a mark of faith and typically pronounced quite differently than its English biblical usage.
Jesus Around the World
Jesus is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 11+ international variants.
Female FormJesusa
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Jesus
Famous People Named Jesus
- Jesus Luzardo — Venezuelan Major League Baseball pitcher
- Jesus Aguilar — Venezuelan Major League Baseball player
- Jesus Navas — Spanish professional footballer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Jesus mean?
Jesus is a boy name of Hebrew/Greek origin meaning "God is salvation." Jesus is the Greek and Latin rendering of the Hebrew name Yeshua, or Joshua, meaning "God is salvation." It is, of course, the name of the central figure of Christianity, Jesus of Nazareth, whose life and teachings form the foundation of the Christian faith.
How do you pronounce Jesus?
Jesus is pronounced heh-SOOS. Common variations include Jesus, Jesús, Yeshua.
Is Jesus a boy name?
Yes, Jesus is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Chuy, Jesu.
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